I have always appreciated the marriage of form and function in design. When everyday household items are both useful and attractive, routine tasks like cooking, cleaning, and tidying become more enjoyable.
When functional items are attractive enough to remain on display while the room still looks orderly and cohesive, it’s a dream for anyone who loves home decor.
As part of my seasonal nesting rituals, I often look for ways to bring more thoughtful design into everyday chores.
One of my personal pet peeves is an unpleasant, smelly, sticky trash can. It feels jarring to see a messy trash can in an otherwise lovely room.
Handling messy plates or dripping food while trying to open a trash or recycling lid can be awkward and messy. So what’s the solution?
When simplehuman asked me to try one of their new sensor cans with voice control, I was intrigued. I’ve used simplehuman cans for years—especially their lidded bathroom cans to keep pets out—and their reputation for thoughtful design and durable products is well-earned. Their new sensor can adds another level of convenience.
The sensor can with voice control opens on command, whether you’re carrying a dripping mess or tossing a paper towel from the sink. You simply tell it to open and it does. The included video shows the can in action.
Imagine how much simpler it is to open a can hands-free and deposit messy items without making a bigger mess.
The can features a motion sensor with extended range for quick, effortless use, and the voice control adds versatility for hands-free operation.
It’s surprising to fall for a humble trash can, but this model is ideal for anyone who values good design and a cleaner, more hygienic experience.
Imagine how it could help you avoid common kitchen messes and mishaps:
Dripping coffee filters
Cracking eggs
Discarding wet paper towels from the sink
Dripping meat or food containers
Messy hands while cooking
I would definitely put one of these cans in my kitchen if space allowed—I’d even make room for it. It’s that useful.
For now I keep it in my office, but it would also be great in a laundry room or bathroom. It’s attractive, practical for daily use, and makes tidying up much easier.
Other features I appreciate:
- Dual compartments for trash and recycling—convenient and space-efficient.
- An internal liner pocket that makes changing bags quick and tidy.
- Flexible placement: runs on 6 AA batteries (up to three months) or with an optional power adapter.
- Energy-efficient operation.
- Durable engineering and testing for long-lasting performance.
- When idle, the sensor focuses above the lid to prevent accidental openings; once activated, the sensor range expands so the lid stays open while you work or until you step away.
Want one of these for your home?
Get one from the manufacturer to view finishes and variations.
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