Tips for the bin??!

LL30

Ok, so this just shows how much my life has changed...I'm asking for tips for emptying my bin on a Saturday night!

I just hurt my wrist yet again trying to get my bin bag out my bin. Ridiculous but true, and this time I've really hurt it. Not good when I have exams over the next few weeks but hey ho. Does anyone have any tips, or know of any bins which might make this easier? I have a cylindrical pedal push one, and although I try not to fill it too much, the pulling action to get the bag out always causes me problems.

I'm now going to sit and cringe at myself for asking such a stupid question! When did life get like this?

kingfisherblue

First, have you considered a smaller bin? Maybe even one of those counter top ones? Yes, they need emptying more often, but at least you wouldn't hurt your wrist.

Could you ask someone to empty your bin for you, maybe when they visit? If you have carers coming in, they might do this for you.

Finally, not exactly what you are asking, but in my area, those who are disabled can request that the binmen collect and return the wheelie bin if they are unable to do it themselves. We can also have an additional (granny sized) bin if someone in the household is disabled.

Hope you are ok x

miduck

I have one of those big cylindrical bins but I can't say I've used it for years - instead I use a carrier bag hanging on the cupboard, that gets dropped in the bin if I have guests over.

pauliboo

We use one of these http://www.simplehuman.co.uk/products/recycling-solutions/carrier-bag-bin.php Tesco used to sell them.

They use normal carrier bags, and therefore never get too heavy. Also means you don't need to buy bin bags.

McKneff

LL30 wrote: »

Ok, so this just shows how much my life has changed...I'm asking for tips for emptying my bin on a Saturday night!

I just hurt my wrist yet again trying to get my bin bag out my bin. Ridiculous but true, and this time I've really hurt it. Not good when I have exams over the next few weeks but hey ho. Does anyone have any tips, or know of any bins which might make this easier? I have a cylindrical pedal push one, and although I try not to fill it too much, the pulling action to get the bag out always causes me problems.

I'm now going to sit and cringe at myself for asking such a stupid question! When did life get like this?

#

Aah, bless.

Just leave an open carrier bag on the floor where the bin was, that;s it. Use the bin you have to do something else with.
Saves you even going all the way to the bin and lifting it up.
Make it a competition as to how far away you can hit the carrier bag with a used teabag.... Adds spice to your life. lol:rotfl::rotfl:

LL30

Steady on there McKneff, I'm not sure I'd be able to stand the excitement!

I was using a carrier bag, but I found that stuff would drip through the little holes they have in them now, so I think the little bin pauliboo linked would be a good option. I'm quite lucky because my neighbour puts my bin out for me, he does everyone's in our block bless him. It's a good job too as there's no way I'd manage it nowadays. Thanks for letting me know about that though, useful in case we move, or he does!

I'm still finding it strange adapting to this disabled thing, I still seem to think i can do everything as I did before, and then I hurt myself. I still refuse to use lifts unless it's lots of stairs (even though half way up I'm cursing myself!) but I'm slowly but surely coming round to the idea of having my shopping delivered...I guess it takes time to adjust, and the more energy I conserve from 'abdicating' silly things, I can use more effectively elsewhere. Work placement starts for my MA in February...that'd be a good place to start

Thanks everyone. I've also seen the thread on shoe grips for the ice and nearly peed myself with excitement I am so rock n roll... x

McKneff

Well, I think your brilliant for being so positive.

Up an' at 'em is always the best way.

Good luck to you.
x
Annie

Needing a chat at all, get on to the Money Saver Arms, it's addictive so don't be a stranger.

pauliboo

LL30 wrote: »

I still refuse to use lifts unless it's lots of stairs (even though half way up I'm cursing myself!)

I'm the same, but I have realised that if I go up in the lift and then walk down the stairs, I get the benefit of exercise but without the pain.

McKneff

What about one of those things that fasten to the inside of a kitchen unit and the top pops up when you open the door. Carrier bags are used on those. I would think you could get one in a number of places.

tonyw151

Does the bin have a complete bottom?
I wonder if some of the problem is when the bag is withdrawn a vacuum.

Maybe a discrete hole in the bottom or towards it if leaking is a concern may help?

Jojo_the_Tightfisted

Not a very technical answer,but hope it helps.

When you go to empty it, stand with feet either side of it. As you go to take hold of the black bag, turn your feet slightly inwards to hold the outside and lift the bag slowly. As it's a pedal bin, you could be using one foot to keep the pedal down/lid open and stopping it from sliding with the other.

Hold the pedal down with the left foot if you're right handed. Take hold of the bag with your left hand. I would suggest wrapping the top around, rather than trying to grasp it in your fingers.

If the bag catches (as well as don't fill it so much next time), you've then got your strongest hand free to help make certain the lid stays back/the bag doesn't tear/to add more strength without any twisting motion.

Use both hands to lower the bag.