The Joseph Joseph Totem Max Recycling Kitchen Bin 60L is designed for anyone seeking an efficient, space-saving solution to manage household waste and recycling. Its key benefit lies in combining multiple waste streams into one compact, stylish unit, simplifying waste separation. While its 60-litre capacity and vertical design are highly efficient, users should consider if this specific size and configuration meet their exact daily waste volume needs. This award-winning bin features two vertically arranged compartments, individual removable buckets with integrated bag hooks, breather vents for easy liner removal, and a ventilated odour filter to maintain freshness.
Integrated Waste & Recycling System: Combines general waste and multiple recycling streams into a single, compact unit, reducing kitchen clutter.
Dual Vertical Compartments: Features two compartments stacked vertically, maximizing floor space and making both filling and emptying straightforward.
Removable Buckets with Bag Hooks: Each compartment contains a removable bucket. Integrated bag hooks allow for the use of a single standard liner for general waste, or two smaller bags for easy separation of different recycling types.
Breather Vents: Strategically placed vents in the bucket sides prevent vacuum-sealed liners, making it significantly easier to remove full waste bags.
Ventilated Odour Filter: A charcoal filter located in the main lid helps to absorb moisture and eliminate unpleasant odors, keeping your kitchen fresh.
60-Litre Capacity: Offers a substantial capacity suitable for most households, reducing the frequency of emptying.
Space-Saving Design: Its award-winning vertical structure is engineered to fit into smaller kitchen footprints without compromising on functionality.
Space Efficiency: Vertical design neatly combines multiple waste streams, saving valuable kitchen floor space.
Effective Recycling Separation: Two distinct compartments and integrated bag hooks make sorting general waste and different recyclables simple and convenient.
Odor Control: The integrated ventilated odour filter actively reduces unpleasant smells, maintaining a fresh kitchen environment.
Easy Bag Removal: Breather vents prevent vacuum suction, allowing for effortless removal of full bin liners.
Large Capacity: A generous 60-litre total capacity means less frequent emptying, suitable for busy households.
Award-Winning Design: Stylish and functional, it enhances kitchen aesthetics.
Specific Liner Configuration: Utilizing the dual-bag recycling feature requires specific bag sizes or careful placement of two smaller bags within one bucket.
Filter Maintenance: The odour filter will need occasional replacement to maintain optimal performance.
Fixed Capacity: The 60-litre capacity may be too large for very small households or too small for exceptionally high waste generation.
Space Efficiency: Vertical design neatly combines multiple waste streams, saving valuable kitchen floor space.
Effective Recycling Separation: Two distinct compartments and integrated bag hooks make sorting general waste and different recyclables simple and convenient.
Odor Control: The integrated ventilated odour filter actively reduces unpleasant smells, maintaining a fresh kitchen environment.
Easy Bag Removal: Breather vents prevent vacuum suction, allowing for effortless removal of full bin liners.
Large Capacity: A generous 60-litre total capacity means less frequent emptying, suitable for busy households.
Award-Winning Design: Stylish and functional, it enhances kitchen aesthetics.
Specific Liner Configuration: Utilizing the dual-bag recycling feature requires specific bag sizes or careful placement of two smaller bags within one bucket.
Filter Maintenance: The odour filter will need occasional replacement to maintain optimal performance.
Fixed Capacity: The 60-litre capacity may be too large for very small households or too small for exceptionally high waste generation.
The Joseph Joseph Totem Max Recycling Kitchen Bin transforms daily waste management into a streamlined process. In a busy kitchen, the two vertical compartments mean you can quickly separate general waste from recycling without needing multiple bins cluttering your floor space. For example, food scraps go into one compartment, while plastic bottles and cardboard are easily sorted into the other, potentially further divided using the integrated bag hooks. This helps busy families stay organized and efficient.
The breather vents are a subtle but impactful feature; no more wrestling with full bin liners that create a vacuum, making emptying a quick, frustration-free task. The ventilated odour filter in the lid is particularly useful for kitchens where food waste might linger for a day or two, preventing unpleasant smells from permeating the room. Users will find that the 60-litre capacity allows for less frequent emptying compared to standard bins, making it ideal for average to larger households. Its sleek Carbon Black design ensures it doesn't just perform well, but also looks good as a functional piece of kitchen furniture, often fitting neatly into corners or alongside cabinets due to its compact vertical footprint.
Unpack: Carefully remove the Totem Max from its packaging.
Insert Odour Filter: Locate the small compartment on the underside of the main lid. Insert the provided ventilated odour filter. Ensure it's seated correctly.
Place Buckets: Insert the two removable inner buckets into their respective compartments.
Add Liners: For general waste, fit a standard 30L-sized liner into one bucket. For recycling, either fit a single standard liner or use the integrated bag hooks to secure two smaller liners (e.g., 15-20L each) within one bucket for separate recycling streams.
Position: Place the bin in your desired kitchen location, ensuring easy access to both compartments.
Bin Liners: Designed to work with standard bin liners (approx. 30L per bucket) or two smaller bags per bucket when using the integrated bag hooks. Specific Joseph Joseph liners are available but not required.
Kitchen Spaces: Its compact vertical footprint makes it suitable for various kitchen sizes, especially where floor space is at a premium.
Aesthetics: The Carbon Black finish offers a sleek, modern look that complements a wide range of contemporary kitchen decors.
Inner Buckets: Regularly remove and wash the inner buckets with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely before returning to the unit.
Exterior: Wipe the exterior of the bin with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
Odour Filter: The ventilated odour filter should be replaced periodically, typically every 3-6 months, depending on use and waste type. Replacement filters are available from Joseph Joseph.
Lid: Clean the underside of the lid, especially around the filter compartment, to prevent any build-up.