Many kitchens these days have a modern look, with sleek stainless steel, decorated in either black or white with a few splashes of colour.  If you’re not interested in hiding your kitchen bin in the cupboard, it can be difficult to choose which bin will best suit your kitchen.  A cheaper bin simply won’t do because it will look out of place and flimsy in comparison to your well-appointed modern kitchen.  If you have a little more money to spend on your kitchen design, one of these bins may be the perfect choice for you.

If your kitchen is done in black, the Simplehuman 38L Rectangular Kitchen Pedal Bin is a brilliant choice.  Its sleek design makes it surprisingly attractive, and it resists fingerprints on the lid so it will stay looking clean.  The pedal guarantees that you’ll never be fumbling to open it with dirty hands anyway, but it’s always best to have multiple ways to prevent you from having to clean when you have no desire to do so.

Those who have kitchen appliances of stainless steel are almost spoiled for choice when it comes to kitchen bins, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have any suggestions.  The most attractive stainless steel bin that I’ve seen yet must be the Hailo Trento 23L Corner Bin.  It saves space by sitting neatly in a corner and has a very clean and appealing finish.  It even has a removable black inner bin, so if you choose not to use it for kitchen waste, it can be put to work in your office or bathroom.  Plus, it uses special new slow-motion technology to open and close its two wings widely and quietly whenever the foot pedal is pressed.  So you won’t spill and you won’t hear any unpleasant grinding, sliding, or slamming.

A little more money spent opens up a vast number of options for a classy bin.  Touch bins are among the most stylish of bins.  They are completely silent and open as if by magic with just one touch.  The Brabantia Flat Back touch bin in particular fits tightly against the wall, leaving no awkward corners to attract dust or stray rubbish.  It has a wide opening to help prevent spills and Brabantia bin liners fit so well that when closed, you’ll never be able to see them.

Just because you’re not willing to shell out £100 on an elegant bin doesn’t mean there isn’t one for you.  The Hailo Big Box 40L bin is half that price but will still look fantastic and durable in your kitchen.  Its swing lid opens easily and has notches to help it stay open when you need it to; otherwise, it closes automatically.  The base is still made of corrosion-resistant stainless or sheet steel, so it won’t look out of place in your kitchen whether you have black, white, or stainless steel appliances.  This is the perfect bin for the style-conscious consumer on a budget.

The slim yet surprisingly spacious SimpleHuman 38L Butterfly Pedal Bin has an innovative design which makes it stand out from all the other bins on the market.  The lid opens from the centre like a butterfly, making it perfect for low clearance kitchens, and its elongated oval shape means it can fit into small spaces that other bins can’t.  The pedal is spring-loaded and power-assisted so it will work smoothly and easily every time, plus it has an integrated toe kick for easier access, making this bin ideal for all age ranges.  It’s finished in fingerprint-resistant brushed steel and carries a ten year guarantee, making this the perfect choice for a truly chic kitchen bin.