The Quiet-Closing Trash Can on Amazon That’s Also Not Bulky or Ugly

On a scale of "totally unnecessary" to "cannot survive without it," a trash can is a non-negotiable necessity. For those prepared to argue otherwise, try living somewhere without one for any amount of time and see just how quickly your life starts to spiral out of control. After a brief (and involuntary) trash can-less stint of my own, I’ve decided to a) never put myself in that situation again and b) devote hours to narrowing down my idea of a perfect trash can to save others the trouble.

Let’s be real: perfection is an illusion, so I found an ideal trash can option in this Kohler receptacle on Amazon, currently on sale for $134 (28 percent off its original price). It satisfies most if not all general trash can requirements plus a couple of my personal ones—namely its shiny stainless steel exterior because who wants a bulky, ugly trash can? But that’s not the only reason why this particular pick deserves a new home (possibly mine).

Kohler 13-Gallon Hands-free Kitchen Step Trash Can

At 13 gallons, Kohler’s offering is a decent size for a solo dweller or small family with minimal garbage output. It also comes in three touch-free designs: step can, bi-fold lid/step can, and a motion sensor. And should you accidentally or intentionally make contact with the exterior, a fingerprint-resistant surface helps the bin to maintain its smooth, non-smudged appearance. It comes with a removable plastic liner and a lid that will remain propped up so trash dumping is a relatively mess-free task. And whether you’re a middle-of-the-night snacker or someone who gets a sudden urge to change the trash bin at the crack of dawn, the Kohler’s quiet close lid will allow either of these deeds to be performed as quietly as possible.Another perk highlighted by reviewers? This trash can accommodates most bag types, eliminating the need to spend extra on special and oftentime expensive liners. It’s also been described as "elegant," "nice to look at," and better functioning than some of its similarly priced counterparts.

If you’re looking for construction site capacity, another bin may be a better choice but for a reputable, well-designed option that aims to improve the overall trash dumping experience, the Kohler seems like a keeper.

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