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10 Benefits of a 240 Litre Wheelie Bin

10 benefits of a 240l wheelie bin

Wheelie bins are a staple in recycling and waste. But what everyday uses can a 240L wheelie bin have for you? In this blog we will be diving deeper into the amazing benefits which are versatile to each individual! It is impressive the uses that one wheelie bin can offer and how they can be used to your advantage… So lets get into it! 1. Council Wheelie Bin First, the most common use of a 240L wheelie bin is for council purposes. They are perfect as they conform to council regulations. This is important as if they do not meet… Read more

5th October 2023 0

Arson attacks on Wheelie Bins

Arson Attacks on Wheelie Bins

Residents asked to keep wheelie bins safe Following a series of wheelie bin arson attacks, the residents of Frome, Somerset were asked to exercise caution. The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service issued a statement on February 15 advising residents and businesses to secure their waste containers out of sight. They explained that wheelie bins kept against walls and under windows might endanger the lives of anyone inside the building. In their latest press release, the Fire & Rescue Service reminded the public that arson is a serious crime and is punishable by law with a prison sentence and significant… Read more

21st February 2017 1

Our Wheelie Bin Top Tips

Wheelie bins are a regular part in our refuse collection, so here are some top tips from Wheelie Bins Direct2U to help you look after and keep your wheelie bin safe. 1)      Keeping Your Wheelie Bin Clean No-one likes a dirty wheelie bin, it’s not only unhygienic for you and refuse collectors to handle, but can increase the number of flies and pests attracted to your waste. Bagging your waste is the easiest way to keep your bin clean. Some recommend ‘double bagging’ using plastic carrier bags for your waste then placing the carrier bags in a bin liner. It… Read more

10th October 2013 0

Worried about Wheelie Bin Theft?

As wheelie bins become the preferred method of waste collection across the United Kingdom, wheelie bin thefts have also been on the rise. Thefts have occurred for numerous reasons, from the obvious, for example, to replace lost or stolen bins, to be taken for an extra bin, and even to be used in criminal activity such as to store and transport stolen goods. There are many people who are finding different uses for the simple wheelie bin rather than just for waste collections, so it is important to protect your own bin from theft. When it comes to protecting your… Read more

11th July 2013 0