Different Kinds of Trash Bags

Litter, waste, garbage - solved through the very helpful trash bags! Yes, trash bags may seem to look very simple but imagine the world without them - dirt is in chaos, houses would smell stinky, litter cluttered everywhere, and garbage cans are messy. Thanks to the inventors of garbage bags, the Canadians Harry Wasylyk, Larry Hansen, and Frank Plomp way back in 1950; we have a cleaner and litter-free world.

Nowadays, it is very convenient to organize any trash, whether it is biodegradable, non-biodegradable, or recyclable. It is also very useful to have trash liners fitted to every size of waste bin so as not to surround the insides of the bins directly with the garbage. It gives less dirt, less odor, and keeps the bins clean.

Although a trash bag may seem to look the same for most people, there are three major kinds of it which brings a variety for its uses.

Here are the 3 major kinds of garbage bags:

1. Biodegradable

Some trash bags are made of biodegradable "polythene film". This makes the plastic decompose into carbon dioxide and water when exposed to air, sun, moisture, and microorganisms, but not readily in a sealed landfill.

Another is oxo-biodegradable or a plastic made of "polyolefin". This can hold organic waste materials which can be handled straight into the composting plant. This can produce high-quality compost that is mostly used by farmers and growers.

2. Low Density

Low-Density trash bags are extremely strong bags and more resistant to tearing and water. Even though they do not hold as much weight as High-Density trash bags, they are considerably stretchable and can make bigger space for contents that need to be closely tied, like shredded papers.

This is commonly a choice bag for household use since it is meant for sharp objects such as sticks, glass, eating utensils, crab legs, or wet waste materials that could rip the bag.

3. High Density

High-Density trash bags have extraordinary strength and durability that are best for carrying heavy materials. They are thicker than Low-Density garbage bags and feature better puncture resistance for greater load capacity.

This is usually the choice bag for commercial and industrial use, like hospitals, hotels, restaurants, contract cleaners, and schools since it can carry as many waste products.