What Size Is a Normal Trash Can

Kitchen trash cans come in many sizes to suit your space, but the standard size is somewhere between 12 and 16 gallons, with the most popular being the 13-gallon. The kitchen trash can is likely the dirtiest in your home.

Whats a good size for kitchen trash can?

A 7–10-gallon trash can will usually be the right size. An attractive stainless steel trash can will add to a kitchen’s decor scheme. 12 to 16 gallons can easily fit in a corner. If you have enough space in your kitchen, a large can would be convenient.

How do I know what size my trash can is?

For square/rectangle trash cans: Take the perimeter (sum of all the sides) of your trash can and divide by 2. This will be the width of your trash bag. For round trash cans: Take the diameter (width of your trash can) and multiply by 3.14 (pi). Take this number and divide by 2.