simplehuman Butterfly Step Trash Can, Fingerprint-Proof Brushed Stainless Steel, 38 Liters /10 Gallons

by simplehuman

Product Features

• strong, all-steel pedal: Our strong, all-steel pedal is engineered to last over 150,000 steps ? that's more than 20 steps a day for 20 years.
• silent close lid: Our patented lid shox® technology controls the motion of the lid for a slow, silent close.
• butterfly lid: Split doors open from the center for maximum clearance under low countertops.
• fingerprint-proof: Fingerprint-proof finish resists smudges to keep stainless steel shiny.
• slim, space-saving shape: Designed to make the most of tight spaces.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 23.3 x 10.4 x 25.9 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 24.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0016L4F12
• Item model number: CW1820
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,881 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen)
  • #35 in Home & Kitchen > Storage & Organization > Trash & Recycling > Trash Cans

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Made of durable stainless steel, this slim-profile 10-gallon waste can makes for a nice addition to a kitchen or office where space is a premium. The innovative lid opens from the center like a butterfly for the lowest possible clearance under low counter tops and an extra wide opening. A rotary damper gives the lid a slow, quiet close, and the hinge is completely flat to allow the can to fit flush against the wall. A simple slide switch allows for keeping the lid open for longer chores.

The lid opens by stepping on the solid-steel platform pedal--convenient for when your hands are full or you want to keep them clean and germ-free. Other highlights include an integrated toe kick for easier access to the pedal, a fingerprint-proof finish that decreases smudges and keeps the steel looking shiny and new, and a non-skid base. In addition, the can offers a dent-proof plastic inner bucket and a smartbucket bag-change system that eliminates messy bag overhang and makes it easier to take out the trash. This trash can measures 23-5/16 by 10-2/5 by 26-5/16 inches and has a 30-1/2-inch height with the lid opened. It is designed to be used with standard trash bags (13-gallon size) or simplehuman can liners (size K) for a perfect fit. Backed by a 10-year warranty.

Product Description

The simplehuman butterfly step can has a strong, all-steel pedal and patented lid shox(R) technology for a slow, silent close.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Trashcan, January 14, 2008

By 

Neeraj Dalal (Raleigh, NC) - See all my reviews
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I would have never believed that an expensive (more than $10) trash can would be worth it - after all it just needs to hold the trash. But after waking up to find the dog tipping over the trash can and shredding the bags, we decided we needed a change. After some research and testing we found this trash can and have had it for the last few months and really appreciated it.

*This is a great trash can, that we think will be worth its price over the many years we plan to use it.

*It is heavy enough to not be tipped over, but easy to pick up and move when it is in our way.

*The plastic inside liner bin in a nice touch which makes cleanup easy while keeping the bag/liners out of sight.

*The opening is large enough for a gallon-sized milk container or a pizza box, so we no longer just stack those next to the trash can.

*The no-slamming controlled closing of the cover make it quiet and easy to use.

*The mechanism to open the doors is solid, responsive, and looks to be well made.

*The exterior & interior is easy to clean and keep looking sharp.

*Normal tall kitchen garbage bag liners fit well, saving on expensive trash can liners

*The lids can lock in the open position which makes it easy when we are cooking and need to dump lots of things, such as onion peels, chili stems, etc.

*The dog has tried and FAILED to get into the trash, tip the can over, or otherwise have an extra meal from the trash.

So, I know that this trash can is expensive, but I think it is will be a worthwhile investment for you and provide all the joy that a trash can could ever provide. It certainly eliminated many annoyances we had (and some we did not even realize we had) with our previous trash containments and not introduced any new ones. A clearly well thought out, well engineered product that should eventually be in every home!

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice Can, But Scratches Floor, November 28, 2010

By 

Mod Chicago (Chicago) - See all my reviews

This review is from: simplehuman Butterfly Step Trash Can, Fingerprint-Proof Brushed Stainless Steel, 38 Liters /10 Gallons (Kitchen)

I'm surprised this can is getting only top reviews. It is a good trashcan, but in my opinion there is one fatal flaw. We put this can in our kitchen, on our newly finished wood floors (just moved into the house). There had never been anything on the floor before this can. After a few weeks of use, we noticed a long (about 4") scratch on the floor beneath the foot pedal. I turned the can over, and discovered that, amazingly, the underside of the foot pedal has the heads of three large screws sticking out, facing down towards the floor. So every time we stepped on the pedal, or the can shifted a bit, or my husband moved the can while switching out the bag, we were scraping phillips-head screw heads along our oak floor. Unbelievable! I covered the screw heads with masking tape, but I began to get nervous thinking the tape would wear through. So I put a round felt furniture pad on each screw head and it seems we have not added to the floor scratching. So I guess that's the solution: when you unpack your new trash can, be sure to turn it over and install felt furniture pads on the underside of the foot pedal before you use it. Small price to pay for a nearly $200 trash can that looks pretty, you say? Perhaps. But if you'll excuse me, now I have to go call our floor crew to see if they can come back and repair our "trashed" wood floor.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Legit Trashcan, January 25, 2009

By 

RichW (Alexandria, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: simplehuman Butterfly Step Trash Can, Fingerprint-Proof Brushed Stainless Steel, 38 Liters /10 Gallons (Kitchen)

First review I've ever made on Amazon actually. That should speak volumes to how crucial this TC is.

I'll keep it short: This trashcan is legit. Sturdy and nice looking. The foot-opening mechanism is smooth as butter. The butterfly opening was perfect for my kitchen setup because I didn't have room for a can which would open the lid behind itself. I also have no idea what the earlier guy who reviewed this can was talking about with the bags. Standard 13 gallon GLAD drawstring bags fit snug in the liner. I've yet to find anything wrong with this trashcan yet but if I do I'll update this review. Assume if you don't see an update that I'm still satisfied.