Difference Between Concelo and Standard Pull-Out Bin
What is a Concelo bin and what makes it different from a standard pull-out kitchen bin?
Concelo® by Hideaway® is a premium, fully concealed waste and recycling system that hides inside your cabinetry — so there's no freestanding bin cluttering your kitchen. The result of seven years of research and development, it's a multi-award-winning range (Red Dot 2019, AWISA 2018 Gold Star) built around a hands-free Active Lid, effortless Clip'n'Clean hygiene, and whisper-quiet German-made soft-close runners. In short, it redefines what you should expect from the hardest-working appliance in your home.
Size Guide
What size kitchen bin do I need for my household?
As a guide, allow around 60 litres of waste per person, per week, split across landfill, recycling, glass and compost. A couple is well suited to a 2 x 15L or 2 x 20L unit, while a busy family or keen recycler will love a 4-bucket Concelo system with up to 64L of total capacity. The beauty of the range is choice — there's a configuration to match your household size, your council's collection streams and your cabinet space.
Cabinet Fit
Will a Concelo bin fit my kitchen cabinet?
Almost certainly — Concelo is designed to slot into standard cabinet widths from 350mm right up to 600mm, so there's a model for compact kitchens, sculleries and generous family layouts alike. Each unit lists its minimum internal cabinet dimensions, and System 32 drilling compatibility makes installation straightforward for cabinetmakers and confident DIYers. Simply match your cabinet width to the right model and you're ready to go.
Odour Control
How do Concelo bins control kitchen odours?
Concelo's clever Active Lid does the work for you. Concealed at the top of the unit, it automatically drops down and seals over the buckets the moment the bin is closed — trapping odours and moisture inside, completely hands-free. No lifting, no juggling, no lingering smells; just drop your waste in and let the bin do the rest.
Cleaning The Bin
Are Concelo bins easy to keep clean and hygienic?
Wonderfully so. The unique Clip'n'Clean system means every component lifts out in seconds for a quick wash in warm soapy water, then clicks straight back in. There are no awkward dirt traps between the bin frame and door front, so grime has nowhere to hide — making Concelo one of the most hygienic and low-maintenance bin systems you can install.
Quality
Are Concelo bins good quality, and are they made to last?
They're built to be the last bin you'll buy for a long while. Concelo frames use zinc-treated, powder-coated steel with premium 45kg German-made runners, and the buckets are moulded from durable, recyclable food-grade polypropylene. Proudly New Zealand made and backed by a 10-year residential manufactures warranty, it's quality you can genuinely rely on — day in, day out.
