Charles Bentley 240Ltr Black Wheelie Bin
Product Description
This 240-litre black wheelie bin from Charles Bentley is a straightforward, practical solution for managing bulk waste in commercial environments. Made from polyethylene, it is designed to handle the kind...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 240 Ltr
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 1065(H) x 580(W) x 735(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
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Product Description
This 240-litre black wheelie bin from Charles Bentley is a straightforward, practical solution for managing bulk waste in commercial environments. Made from polyethylene, it is designed to handle the kind of regular, heavy use that comes with busy kitchen and service yard operations.
In a working kitchen or hospitality setting, waste accumulates quickly during service. Having adequate external bin capacity means kitchen staff are not making repeated trips to clear internal bins mid-service, which keeps workflow cleaner and reduces the risk of waste building up in food preparation areas. A 240-litre capacity is well suited to small and medium-sized operations as a primary external bin, or to larger sites as part of a multi-bin arrangement.
Practical day-to-day advantages include:
- Rear-mounted wheels make it manageable even when fully loaded
- Polyethylene construction resists cracking and general outdoor wear
- Hinged lid helps contain odours and discourages pests
- Black finish suits service yards and external storage areas
- Lightweight enough for kitchen porters and cleaning staff to handle
It is worth considering your collection requirements before purchasing. Most local authority and waste contractor collections are aligned to standard 240-litre bins, but it is worth confirming this with your waste provider. For sites generating significantly higher waste volumes, a larger-capacity bin or a multi-bin setup is likely to be more practical.
This bin is a reliable choice for cafés, small restaurants, pubs, care homes, and similar operations needing dependable external waste containment without unnecessary complexity. If you are unsure whether a single bin covers your site's needs or want to discuss a waste management setup more broadly, our team is happy to help you think it through.
Key Features
- 240-litre polyethylene body handles high-volume commercial waste loads
- Rear-mounted wheels allow easy movement when bin is fully loaded
- Hinged lid seals waste to contain odours between collections
- Durable polyethylene resists cracking in outdoor conditions year-round
- Lightweight 15.5kg empty weight manageable for general kitchen staff
Operational Benefits
- Keeps kitchen interiors clear of waste build-up during busy service
- Reduces staff trips to empty internal bins, supporting kitchen workflow
- Odour containment helps maintain hygiene standards in service areas
- Suits standard waste contractor collections, avoiding operational complications
- Robust enough for daily commercial use without frequent replacement
Specifications
- Capacity
- 240 Ltr
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions
- 1065(H) x 580(W) x 735(D)mm
- Furniture shape
- Rectangular
- Material
- Polyethylene
- Weight
- 15.5kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For a small to medium-sized operation — a café, pub kitchen, or small restaurant — a single 240-litre bin is often adequate as an external waste container, particularly if collections are frequent. Larger sites or those with high food waste volumes may find a multi-bin arrangement more practical to avoid overflow between collection days.
- This bin is suitable for general commercial waste. If your site requires separate food waste collection — which many local authorities and waste contractors now mandate for food businesses — you should confirm the intended use with your waste provider, as dedicated food waste bins are typically a different specification.
- The 240-litre size is the most widely used standard in UK commercial and domestic waste collection, and most contractors' vehicles are equipped to lift this format. It is always worth confirming compatibility with your specific waste contractor before purchasing, particularly if your site uses a specialist collection service.