The right bag for the right trash can
Changing trash bags is an important part of your daily cleaning routine. Unfortunately, this can be a tedious task Especially if the bag doesn't stay in place and ends up at the bottom of the bin, or if it tears and spills waste inside the bin. To avoid these issues, start by checking whether you're using the right bag.
New legislation
Since the beginning of this year, 80% of trash bags in Belgium must be made from recycled materials. By 2025, this will apply to all of them. The only exceptions are biodegradable bags for green waste, bags for medical waste, asbestos-containing materials, and construction debris. So it's important to keep this in mind when purchasing your trash bags.
HDPE and LDPE trash bags
Trash bags are made from polyethylene (PE) plastic. There are different grades of PE, each with its own properties. The most common types of plastic are LDPE and HDPE. HDPE stands for High-Density Polyethylene. These bags have a high molecular density. They're often thinner, but that doesn't mean they're less strong. HDPE bags are widely used in offices and restrooms. LDPE stands for Low-Density Polyethylene. LDPE trash bags are strong and ideal for kitchens or disposing of bulkier waste like wood and cardboard.
What size trash bag do I need?
For consumers, major suppliers have developed easy-to-use number or letter systems so they can know exactly which bag fits their bin. In B2B, that's not always possible. There are many different factors to take into consideration. However, with the right formulas, you can determine which size trash bag is best suited for your bin:
Round bins
Bag width = bin diameter × 3.14 divided by 2
Bag length = bin height + half the bin's longest side + 10 to 20 cm
Square bins
Bag width = bin width + bin depth
Bag length = bin height + half the bin's longest side
USEFUL TIP!
Be sure to account for the extra fold needed around the top of the bin A slightly larger bag will give you more flexibility than one that's too small.