simplehuman 40 Liter / 10.6 Gallon Slim Kitchen Step Trash Can With Secure Slide Lock, Black Plastic

Got a dog that will get into the trash? My husband passed away, and he was much adored by my two Australian shepherds. Because I lived in such a remote location, I took up temporary residence on my son's farm in an apartment. My housekeeper remained at my main residence for three months, and my dogs loved her as well. The move to the farm was traumatic for them. They'd lost Dad and their beloved friend who had loved them so well. They became very aggressive about acting out, chewing on woodwork, tearing open overnight bags, and strewing garbage all over the place. I have one incredibly clever Aussie who can open any door he sets his mind to open, sometimes even when they are locked with a drop-down bolt. If I left them alone for even thirty minutes, I came home to kitchen garbage strewn from one end of the house to another.To be fair, these dogs had never done things like this until grief assailed them. But I knew I needed something bulletproof for my kitchen garbage while they adjusted to a whole new world. I found this Simple Human trash can, with a lock-down lid. I figured my clever dog would figure it out. But when it arrived, I even needed a trial session to figure it out. Once I did, it was easy to unlock. Boy, did it ever take care of the strewn trash! My Simple Human trash can might have been knocked over and pushed into the living room when I came home, but not one trace of garbage was outside of it. All I had to do was put the garbage can back where it belonged. No mess on the floor, period, and the can has no sharp edges to damage anything when it's shoved by a doggie nose.I stayed home all year, even so, making my necessary trips to town as brief as possible. My dogs needed one person who didn't leave, and they got over their grief in time. They had done nothing naughty for months. But then my housekeeper, dearly loved, unexpectedly found another job that better suited her, and not that long after, I had a prescheduled trip abroad to see my son. I knew it would hit my dogs hard when I suddenly disappeared and left them with a new caregiver, even though it had been over a year. And, oh, yes, they were naughty while I was away. I'm sure they felt frantic. The last anchor in their lives had vanished, and I was gone for a month. They'd been so good for so long that I didn't think to tell the new caregiver about the lock on the garbage can lid. She endured daily trash attacks while I was gone. When I got home, she and I made a trip into town together and left the dogs alone. Before we left, I locked the lid of this trash can. When we got home, it was pushed into another room, and my clever dog had figured out kind-of, sort-of how the lock worked. But all his efforts went for naught. The trash can will forever bear the marks of his teeth gouging the plastic and metal near the locking mechanism, but the trash can prevailed.My evaluation of this trash can:It holds nearly as much as a wider and more space-stealing trash can.Regular tall kitchen garbage bags fit it nicelyIt rolls around easily for sink-side tossing when you are peeling and dicing. The lid stands up for that, making it easy.It wipes down easily on the outside to keep it looking greatThe foot pedal lift works great for easy opening of the lidIt's very attractive, as trash cans goIt is stable and doesn't tip over unless a big dog tackles itI think a Rottie or Pit Bull could manage, with enough time, to chew part of the lid off, but it would require some time, and for most dogs, it is impervious to teeth. (Mine will always bear barely noticeable scars, right around the slide lock because my dog is so smart, but the can still looks nice.)My ending recommendation is that I've never owned a better, dog-proof trash can. I love it so much I even got one for my son.

I recently upgraded my kitchen with the simplehuman 40 Liter / 10.6 Gallon Slim Kitchen Trash Can, and I couldn't be happier with my choice! This trash can has been a game-changer for my kitchen space, both in terms of functionality and aesthetics.First off, the slim design is perfect for my smaller kitchen. It fits seamlessly against the wall without taking up too much space, which is a huge plus for me. I love how it doesn't stick out like a sore thumb; instead, it adds a sleek, modern touch to my kitchen decor.The foot pedal is incredibly responsive and allows for hands-free operation, which is essential when I’m cooking and my hands are full. I also appreciate the silent close feature—no more loud clangs when the lid shuts! It’s such a simple detail, but it makes a big difference in maintaining a peaceful kitchen environment.Another highlight is the inner bucket, which is easy to remove and clean. It’s also designed to fit simplehuman trash bags perfectly, so there’s no slipping or mess when it’s time to take out the trash. I’ve found the bags to be durable and convenient, making the whole process a lot easier.What surprised me the most is how much it can hold. Even though it has a slim profile, I can fit quite a bit of waste in there, which means fewer trips to take out the trash. The 40-liter capacity is just right for my small household without being too bulky.Overall, the simplehuman Slim Kitchen Trash Can has exceeded my expectations in every way. It’s stylish, practical, and incredibly easy to use. If you're looking for a reliable and aesthetically pleasing trash solution for your kitchen, I highly recommend this product! It’s worth every penny!

Easy to open with the foot pedal and fits right in our kitchen and looks good as well. Priced great and we are happy with the size. Also has a slow close lid so it doesn’t slam shut when you take your foot off the pedal.