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Garbage Bag Size Calculator
Bag capacity is quoted in gallons for the bag flat, but a liner needs to be larger than the bin to fold over the rim โ a rule of thumb is to add about half the bin volume again. Buying too small is the single most common household mistake here.
How it works
Bin volume
Number of bins
Bag changes per bin per week
Bag size you are considering
Price per bag
Recommended bag size
Does this bag fit
Bags per week
Bags per year
Annual cost
Rim overhang available
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the Garbage Bag Size Calculator?
Fill in the fields above โ the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.