The under sink space in our kitchen and vanity cabinets is one of the most-used areas.
It can also be difficult to find a pull out trash solution to fit in a tight space with plumbing or garbage disposals in the way.
Once you know the cabinet opening dimensions, you’ll want to be of aware of overall functionality. Things like slide type, bin capacity, frame material, bag storage and door mounting capabilities.
Want to get right to it? Here’s what we currently recommend…
Our Picks for Under Sink Pull Out Trash Cans
- SimpleHuman Trash Pull Out (Assembled is 9.8″ wide, 19.1″ high and 17.7″ deep) – Great for kitchens, easy to install in a tight space, will last a long time and holds a good amount of garbage.
- Rev-A-Shelf RV12KD (Assembled is 10-5/8″ wide, 19-1/4″ high and 22″ deep) – Needs to be slightly assembled, sturdy frame, 35 quart bin, and has handle pull.
What Size Pull Out Trash Can Fits Under a Sink
In order to figure out what size trash can pull out will work under your sink, we need to know the inner cabinet dimensions. Of course, not all cabinets are alike. You may have a vanity cabinet or a standard sink base kitchen cabinet. These two types of cabinets can vary in size.
Sink Base Kitchen Cabinet Sizes:
- Widths of 30″, 33″, 36″
- Depth of 24″
- Height of (minus countertops) 34.5″
Vanity Cabinet Sizes:
- Widths of 24″, 30″, 36″, etc.
- Depths of 20″, 21″
- Heights of 30″-32″, etc.
To be certain of your cabinet type dimensions, measure the inner opening width, depth and height. Be sure to account for any protruding plumbing or an existing sink. You’ll need to find a pull out trash product that can work with those dimensions.
For an example: if you have a large 30″ width, a 24″ depth and a 34.5″ height, you can fit a number of great pull out trash products like the 5SBWC from Rev-A-Shelf or the SimpleHuman pull out trash can.
Best Under Sink Pull Out Trash Cans
These options range in size, install difficulty and of course, price. The best under sink pull outs have large waste bins that can work in narrow spaces. This gives you the most bang-for-the-buck.
1. SimpleHuman - Under Sink Pull Out Trash Can
Under the counter trash pull outs are a quick and easy way to dispose of coffee grinds, food waste and general trash.
The SimpleHuman trash storage product is one of the most popular in the category.
It comes ready-to-install with a heavy-duty steel frame, ball-bearing slide system and a 30 liter bin.
It mounts to the base of the cabinet floor with provided screws. A handle pull is conveniently placed at the top of the frame to grab and pull the unit towards you.
Make sure you measure your space a couple times to have ideal conditions for the pull out to slide in and out of the cabinet.
Quick and easy install process, heavy-duty steel frame, integrated handle pull and smooth ball-bearing slides. Measures 9.8" wide, 19.1" high and 17.7" deep.
2. Rev-A-Shelf - RV12KD Pull Out Trash Storage
This all-around solid trash pull out from Rev-A-Shelf is great for smaller spaces. It comes as a kit which includes the chrome wire frame, slide set, handle pull, rear basket and one 35 quart waste container.
It mounts quickly to the base of your cabinet floor with only a few screws.
The assembled dimensions including the frame and bin are 10-5/8″ wide x 22″ deep x 19-1/4″ high. You’ll need to have a cabinet opening slightly larger to accommodate this trash pull out.
A complete kit with 35 quart waste bin, frame assembly, rear storage and integrated handle pull.
3. Home Zone Living - Under Cabinet Trash Pull Out
This solid trash pull out from Home Zone Living is offered in a double bin option as well as a single bin option.
This one is really simple to install with just a few screws to the base of the cabinet floor. There is no door mounting kit though, so you’ll have to use the integrated handle pull to access it.
One awesome feature on the Home Zone VK40265U is the tuck straps for the plastic bags. These help secure the bags and keep them from moving or falling.
Sturdy frame, small integrated handle pull, helpful bag tuck straps and a large 29 liter can.
4. Rev-A-Shelf - 5SBWC Multi-Bin Under Sink Trash Pull Out
If you have a small condo or apartment with limited floor space, this can be a life saver.
I’ve installed this one a couple times and it really is super simple. We’ll warn you, it’s a bit more pricey, but well worth it if you want something sturdy that will stand the test of time.
With a height of less than 15 inches, it easily can avoid plumbing. Check out this cleaning caddy too. If you have room on the other side of the cabinet, you’ll have an awesome setup!
Dual bin pull out waste containers with one 15-Liter bin for trash and one 8-Liter bin for recyclables.
5. Rev-A-Shelf - RV814PB Trash Pull Outs
Want to avoid plumbing or garbage disposals? This pull out trash storage option from Rev-A-Shelf fits in various tight spaces which is ideal for under sink applications or smaller cabinets.
It’s a bare-bones solution with a white wire frame, ball-bearing slide set and a 20 quart waste bin. It’s really all you need to get the job done.
The coolest feature on the RV-814PB is that it can be installed in two different ways. It can mount width wise and length wise (photo is length wise). Why is this helpful? If you have any under sink plumbing or need to work around things, it can accommodate you in those aspects.
Great for recycling in the kitchen, a trash solution for a laundry room or a vanity cabinet.
Easily mount your Rev-A-Shelf trash pull out to a cabinet door with brackets and hardware.
6. SimpleHuman - Cabinet Door Hanging Trash Bin
Certainly not a trash pullout product, but with its high Amazon rating and overall simplicity, we thought we had to add this one to our list.
One cool feature that we saw was that it includes a small u-shaped wire on the back to prevent the black bin from rubbing on the cabinet door. I know that would be a concern of mine.
The black SimpleHuman bin can be removed from the top chrome frame portion for easy disposal as well.
A lid is used on this too, perfect for any under sink area where food waste or coffee grinds are disposed of.
2.6 gallon bin for in-cabinet trash with heavy-duty steel frame. Hangs on cabinet door for easy access.
7. Rev-A-Shelf - 8010 Stainless Steel Pivot-Out Container
This one is pretty unique and allows you maximize your space in a small kitchen or vanity cabinet.
The Rev-A-Shelf 8010 Bin operates in a fluid motion…meaning as you open the cabinet door the bin will rotate out and the lid will lift allowing you to dispose of trash.
This comes ready-to-install right out of the box. It includes the stainless 14-liter container, lid, liner and all mounting hardware.
When your cabinet opens, the bin rotates out and the lid opens. Perfect for any bathroom or small kitchen.
How Do You Install a Pull Out Trash Can Under a Sink
- First things first…gather your cabinet dimensions. You’ll need to know the width, depth and height of the inner cabinet space.
- Account for any protruding hinges on the side walls.
- Most under sink pull out trash cans will mount directly to the floor of the cabinet.
- Align your assembled pull out trash frame towards the front frame of the cabinet to allow easy access.
- You may need shims or spacers to give your pull out trash slide assembly clearance to slide out over a cabinet frame lip.
- If not mounting to an existing cabinet door, make sure your cabinet door is not hitting the pull out trash can when closing.
- Once installed and mounted to the cabinet, cycle the pull out trash can several times and adjust accordingly.
Our Takeaway...
We all have a notion of what we might be looking for when it comes to an under sink trash pull out solution. It’s hard to pinpoint the best features when every application is different.
One thing is for sure though…we all need products of quality, less installation time and something in our price range.
After taking a look at various products and installing a few, I would look at the Rev-A-Shelf RV-814PB pull out. With its multiple configurations, it may have the right options you are looking for when it comes to an under the sink garbage can pull out.
The other option is the bigger SimpleHuman trash pull out. This one is a sturdy, every-day pull out that’s budget friendly.
A quick fix is the cabinet door hanging option. If you want to save time or don’t want an “installation” process, consider something like the SimpleHuman Cabinet Door trash can.
We hope this was informative and there were a few options that may work for you. Thanks for reading!
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