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What is the difference between a wastebasket and a trash can?
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The main differences between a wastebasket and a trash can are function and size. Generally, a waste basket is a small container used indoors to collect waste. A trash can is a larger waste container. Both indoor and outdoor versions are available. Many waste baskets have decorative designs, while trash cans are usually simple metal or plastic containers. Shop a selection of wastebaskets on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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Shop for Vintage & Antique Trash Cans and Wastebaskets on 1stDibs
Wood and Cane Wastebasket or Trash Can, 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This elegant square wastebasket features sturdy wood frame, adding a touch of sophistication to any
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Cane
Danish Mid-Century Modern Beni Mobler Denmark Teak Waste Basket or Trash Can
By Beni Møbler 1
Located in St. Louis, MO
Danish modern teak bent plywood waste basket or trash can with and what looks like Rosewood
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Teak
Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in New York, NY
A rectangular neutral colored (beige) grasscloth covered wastebasket or trash can with removable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
Terracotta Waste Basket Bin Trash Cans
Located in Dallas, TX
outdoor or an indoor setting. The inside of the wastebaskets have the structural lining to support a bin
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Decorative Baskets
Materials
Terracotta
Classical Victorian Cast Iron Urn Planter Probably Fisk or Mott with Handles
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Victorian cast iron urn planter with dramatic handles. The urn has beautiful original patinated finish. Diameter with handles 32 x 12 interior D x 20 D w/o handles x 26 H to top of b...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Urns
Materials
Iron
Bamboo Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in New York, NY
An oval split bamboo wastebasket trash can, circa mid-20th century. Dimensions: 6.75" Depth x 10.63
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Decorative Baskets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
