Choosing the Right Can Liner

Ideally you should have about 3 to 4 inches of overhang on the trash receptacle. Anything more or less is wasteful of both time and money.

The gallon capacity of the container can be used as a guide in choosing the right size.

Receptacle Measurements:

• Width:
1. Measure the outer circumference of the container.
2. Divide the outer circumference by 2.
3. This number is your bag width.
• Length:
1. Measure the height of the container.
2. Add 1/2 of the diameter of the container bottom (the diameter for square or rectangular receptacles should be measured across the diagonal rather than straight across).
3. Add another 3 inches for overhang.
4. This number is your bag height.
• Capacity: you will need to determine the average weight of a full can liner in your environment. Film thickness can be used as a guide in determining overall strength; however, improved manufacturing processes has rendered thickness a far less effective standard. When listed, use the strength of the can liner rather than thickness as a guide.