Chic and Functional Waste Cans from simplehuman

Disclosure: We received product to review. All opinions are our own.

Freshening up the kitchen or pantry often breathes new life into a space. Something as simple as swapping out an old trash can for one of the latest models from simplehuman can be just what we need to get our homes feeling a bit more neat and organized.

simplehuman offers products that effectively and efficiently help us organize and declutter, and simplehuman waste cans offer functionality and style that other brands simply cannot match.

The simplehuman sensor cans open immediately and automatically from any angle with just a wave of your hand. Unlike other sensor cans I have tried, this can opens quickly and quietly, and closes virtually noiselessly as well.

We had the opportunity to check out the 45 liter sensor can. With its semi-round shape, it fits perfectly in our pantry, allowing us to tuck the can away and access it easily when we need to tend to our trash.We love using the sensor can, especially when our hands are full, or dirty, or when cooking and need to quickly toss scraps with minimal effort.

Available in brushed stainless steel, the can looks chic and sleek and repels fingerprints. Its invisible nano-silver clear coat protects stainless steel from smudges and germs.

In addition to loving its chic look and seamless sensor can technology, one of my favorite aspects of this and other simplehuman cans is how neat and easy it proves to change the liners with simplehuman liner refills that are specifically designed to fit the shape of our can. The cans even have a liner pocket to store bags for easy access when we want to replace the bag, eliminating the need to search for a liner when we need one.

The liner rim lifts up for easy access to the liner, then closes to grip and keep it neatly out of sight. I love that we don’t see the messy plastic liner hanging over the rim of the can. We can also neatly tuck the bag in so that it stays securely in place and remains easy to remove.

We decided to swap out our can that we use for recyclables with this small 10 liter step can. Like the sensor can, this product also features a coating that repels fingerprints and germs. Our previous recycle can’s step pedal came loose with use, and I love that this small product is strong and sturdy, and features a multi-year warranty.

An attractive can to have on display in the nook next to our pantry, adding to the overall décor of our kitchen, it matches our stainless steel appliances. This can also comes equipped with liners specifically designed for its size, making it easy to remove the bag, bull the draw strings, and take out our recyclable items.

To shop for these cans or peruse the collection to identify the shape and size that works best for your home, visit www.simplehuman.com.

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Lorianne Lacey