Using garbage bags in small trash cans is stupid and wasteful. amirite?

You want people putting used pads and used tampons, condoms etc directly into your garbage can?

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Sure yep throw it in there. It's not like I'm touching it when I dump the can into a bigger trash bag to dispose it all at once. 🤷🏼‍♀️

by Anonymous 2 years ago

You are when they dry and stick to the sides.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Haha fair but that's what they make rubber gloves for! Although this isn't something that usually happens in my household. You could wrap stuff like that in TP before throwing it away too.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

I've had the same small plastic bag in most of my small trash cans for awhile now. I simply dump the trash (not the bags) in the larger trash bag when its trash day. They really exist for the 1-off moments, where you throw something that leaks and/or reeks into it. It cuts down on cleaning and doesn't really use many bags.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

This is the same thing I do. Unless I have to throw something gross in the bag I just dump it and reuse it. I used to throw away the whole bag every time but my area eliminated single use grocery store bags so I've been rationing the ones I have left. I should have started doing that years ago.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Totally get this and if you have to use one, reusing it is the way to go - so kudos. I think a lot of people prefer the easiest option these days even if it produces more waste instead of just using a lil elbow grease.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

I just use grocery store bags that I end up with to use in small trashcans.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

This is what I do. I had 5 walmart bags full of walmart bags at one point. Im almost out now due to using reusable grocery bags.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

I mean, certain things leave a smell even if you clean it after. Trash bags are more convenient and avoid gross messes.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Fair! Especially in plastic. I opt for mostly metal cans. I feel like it's also feasible to consolidate those things into your main trash bag you know?

by Anonymous 2 years ago

I think it's a matter of personal preference. Some people like the convenience of using a bag, while others don't mind cleaning out the can regularly.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

it saves time

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Don't think this is an unpopular opinion, but yes, I agree. I only use 100% biodegradable bags for my kitchen trash. No bags anywhere else.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

You'd be surprised! I've had this discussion with a bunch of people and they ~have~ to have their lil trash bags

by Anonymous 2 years ago

If I had to clean out the can I would need disposable gloves and a special sponge I'd probably replace after every second use. Right now I'm using grocery bags and produce bags in my trashcans so I doubt there's as much damage there.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

The majority of litter on the sides of roads and freeways comes from waste management vehicles— I have been behind garbage trucks on freeways countless times and there is always garbage flying out of the back. If you're worried about wastefulness for environmental purposes, then it might be important to note that throwing out loose garbage that's not contained in a bag is likely doing more harm than good.

by Anonymous 2 years ago

Trash in bags stays at the landfill and doesn't blow around and create more litter elsewhere...

by Anonymous 2 years ago

For my small waste baskets, I use plastic shopping bags from stores as my garbage bags.

by Anonymous 2 years ago