Measure the rim circumference and divide by two for the open width. Then take the bin height and add half the rim diameter, or the bin width, for the liner length. For a rectangular bin, depth plus width gives the open width.
Bin Liner Size Chart
Find the right liner for your bin by capacity and shape. This page covers how to measure a bin, the common industry standard sizes, and a reference chart by bin capacity.
How to measure
Measure the bin first, then choose the liner
Bin liners are usually listed as folded width × open width × length. Measure your bin's opening and height first, then work out the liner size from there.
Round bins
Measure the rim circumference and divide by two to get the open width. Add half the rim diameter to the bin height to get the liner length.
Rectangular bins
Depth plus width gives the open width. Height plus width gives the liner length, and the added width provides the overhang.
Selection tips
Allow enough overhang
- A liner should be at least 1.5 times the bin height so it covers the full body.
- Allow roughly 7 inches (18 cm) of overhang for securing and tying.
- Measuring the rim circumference is more accurate than measuring the diameter.
- Wheelie bin liners are designed as liners, not for lifting when full.
Reference chart
Common standard sizes
These are common industry standard specifications. Capacities are approximate, and actual dimensions vary by bin model.
| Use | Approx. capacity | Common size (inches) | Common size (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small / sack holder | — | 16 × 25 × 28–38 | 406 × 635 × 711–965 |
| Standard commercial sack | ~70–90 L | 18 × 29 × 38 | 457 × 725 × 965–975 |
| Standard commercial sack (long) | ~90 L | 18 × 29 × 39 | 457 × 737 × 991 |
| Short sack | ~70 L | 18 × 29 × 33–34 | 457 × 737 × 838–864 |
| Catering | ~100 L | 18 × 32 × 38 | 457 × 813 × 965 |
| Compactor | ~150 L | 22 × 33 × 47 | 559 × 838 × 1194 |
| Wheelie bin (most common in UK and AU) | ~240 L | 30 × 46 × 54 | 762 × 1168 × 1372 |
Sizes are listed as folded width × open width × length. Non-gusseted liners are listed as open width × length only.
About this data
The figures on this page are general industry reference values, not the product specifications of any particular manufacturer. Actual sizes vary with the bin model, rim shape and how the liner is used, so please measure before ordering. If you need a specific size made to order, we can produce to your specification.
FAQ
Bin liner sizing: common questions
The most common specification in the UK and Australia is 30 × 46 × 54 inches (approximately 762 × 1168 × 1372 mm). We still recommend measuring your own bin to confirm.
Folded width is the width of the liner when folded flat; open width is the actual width once the opening is opened out. Gusseted liners are usually listed as folded width × open width × length, while non-gusseted liners are listed as open width × length only.
Yes. We manufacture to the size, thickness and colour you specify, and we accept small batch orders. Enter the required size, or your bin capacity, in the quote form.
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