Can you use generic 13 Gallon trash bags with draw strings in this can?
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I did not realize when we bought this trash can, that it needed special trash bags. I should have read the fine print. Yes, you can use generic draw string bags, but they don't fit as well as the bags that come with this can. I take the generic 13 gallon draw string trash bag, and push part of it through the hole in the back of the trash can, in order to tighten the baggy fit around the can. This works OK. Not perfect. Could be frustrating if you like a solid fit.
1425842
Yes, we do. There is a perforated hole in the rear of the inner pail that we pull the excess bag through to tighten it. It works great! We love this trash can!
1425843
Yes, I use hefty black out 13 gallon tall bags (the hole in the bin is specifically there to push the excess bag in). I prefer this type of bag over their G bag. When I remove the 13 gal. bag there is extra room to put in more items. If you are like me, when you finally decide to empty the trash it is because you have something that won't fit. I also find that removing any bag from this can when full can be a bit of a pain, because there aren't any air holes at the bottom. I contacted Simplehuman and asked if I could drill holes in the bottom of the removable bin to aid in removal of the bag (without voiding my warranty). The answer was yes, (4) 1/4" really really helped. Yes, I use hefty black out 13 gallon tall bags (the hole in the bin is specifically there to push the excess bag in). I prefer this type of bag over their G bag. When I remove the 13 gal. bag there is extra room to put in more items. If you are like me, when you finally decide to empty the trash it is because you have something that won't fit. I also find that removing any bag from this can when full can be a bit of a pain, because there aren't any air holes at the bottom. I contacted Simplehuman and asked if I could drill holes in the bottom of the removable bin to aid in removal of the... » Read More Yes, I use hefty black out 13 gallon tall bags (the hole in the bin is specifically there to push the excess bag in). I prefer this type of bag over their G bag. When I remove the 13 gal. bag there is extra room to put in more items. If you are like me, when you finally decide to empty the trash it is because you have something that won't fit. I also find that removing any bag from this can when full can be a bit of a pain, because there aren't any air holes at the bottom. I contacted Simplehuman and asked if I could drill holes in the bottom of the removable bin to aid in removal of the bag (without voiding my warranty). The answer was yes, (4) 1/4" really really helped. « Show Less
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I agree with Handy Andy, they won't fit as well. You can get "sized" generic bags at Walmart and other stores now.
427122
We actually use this 3 can step & sort only for compost & the 13 gallon food waste bags fit perfectly. I do not know anything about the simplehuman custom bags, but 13 gallon is the right size. You will definately want to get the big rubber bands made specifically to hold the garbage bags "up" or they will fall in no matter what size bag you use. We also have the 2 can step & sort for regular garbage & the "tall kitchen" garbage bags (13 gal) also fits that one. Hope this helps you.
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No drawstrings. Here's how I use them -- In a kitchen trash can, first put the actual plastic "tall kitchen garbage bag" (non bio degradable) then this biobag. When the bag fills up, I take the whole trash can outside, then pick up the biobag and dump it in the compost garbage. This way I don't have to carry them. The plastic bag lining lasts a few months. Once in a while, the biobag leaks (my fault - I don't empty it soon enough) in which case I replace the plastic bag too.
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No, a standard paper grocery bag will not fit or work. Although, you may be able to try recycling a standard plastic grocery bag. My thought is, since simplehuman sells a custom plastic bag that "fits perfectly" with the 2.6 gal can, using their bags is preferred. The smallest conventional consumer trash bag is 4 gal.The beauty of the can is the lid will hide the excess material.
455627
Hi. I use standard bags with the drawstring tops. They work just fine. I am very happy with this can.
983958
It is more convenient to use 13 gallon bags. 30 gallon bags will always require modification by pulling the draw strings and tying them at the top to keep the bag from hanging over the sides. If your okay with doing that each time then 30 gallon bags will work.
1453200
I have not tried it, but I do not think they would be long enough to go around the inside part of the system the keeps the bags in place. You may be able to use regular trash bags, but again, I have not tried anything other than the intended refills (yet!). I have tried four or five different systems among my four children, and this is the only one I would recommend, as it has been the only one that has successfully contained the odor. Good luck with your decision, and congrats on the new addition! :)
1732157
You can use regular size 13 gallon bags for this. The Sam's Club bags work just fine.
1391231
We use a standard 13 gal kitchen trash bags. There are lots of brands that carry this size - easy to find.
1492256
Not sure what was recommended for this product but I buy 13 gallon trash bags and they fit nicely. I dump the trash every other day and I've never had a problem.
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I do use the regular 13 gallon bags but they do show a little bit at the top. The lip comes over the sides a bit so if you're very fussy you could probably arrange them where they didn't show at all.
1294676
Any bags work, I used the gripper bags. However, I do not recommend this can. The mechanism that holds the top in place broke within months and it was no longer useable. Cheap construction. Went back to a normal trash can.
641713
Yes it does, and then I use 13 gallon drawstring bags from my grocery store. I have 2 of these great trash cans one I use for garbage and one for my recycling - couldn't ask for a better system!
472534
Not sure what you mean by "liner." There's a can inside that takes a standard (USA) 13 gallon garbage bag. Remove. The 'current' bag & toss. Replace w/ a new bag... it's a trash can! :-)
1347514
They have their own custom bags which are the best fit. You can use a 13 gallon or higher though.
1904671
I have these in our bar and the 13 gallon bags seem so wasteful to me. I googled this to find a better answer with no luck.
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It is too short if you use 13 gallon, even 20something size is not reach bottom of trash can then it would be fall in can and mess up inside. I use 33 gallon size(33inx40in) clean trash bags for this product. It is actually 70% full when trash can looks full but I can tie up and pull it out easily. You could find this bags from restaurant depot or some wholesale store.