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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
Terracotta Waste Basket Bin Trash Cans
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of French waste basket trash cans is made from terracotta and can be used in either an outdoor or an indoor setting.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Decorative Baskets
Materials
Terracotta
Wastebasket Trash Can
Located in New York, NY
A rectangular neutral colored (beige) grasscloth covered wastebasket or trash can with removable insert (shown in last image.)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
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
Brass Magazine Holder or Trashcan Wastebasket after Willy Rizzo
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Alternatively, piece may be used as a wastebasket/trash can. Dimensions: 3.75" Depth x 12.75" Width x 14.5" Height (to top of handles.)
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Baskets
Materials
Brass
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" Width x 10.63" Height.
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Decorative Baskets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Chinoiserie Demilune Trash Can or Container
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic mid century trash can crafted in wood decorated with lithographic chinese characters against geometric and floral designs set on ball feet.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Baskets
Materials
Hardwood
