Simons Maison
Small Modern Wastebasket
The Small Modern Wastebasket is a compact plastic trash bin with a matte finish, featuring a removable swing lid that conceals contents. Designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive, it suits bathrooms, offices, and bedrooms. Its durable, easy-to-clean plastic body measures 7.75 x 7.75 x 9.75 inches (19.5 x 19.5 x 24.5 cm).
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 7.75x7.75x9.75 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Product Insights
The Simons Maison Small Modern Wastebasket ($29, in stock) promises a space-saving solution for tight bathrooms: its square footprint fits flush into corners and against walls, and its 9.75-inch height slides under low-hung sinks where taller bins cannot. The swing lid closes automatically (must be held open) and is fully removable for cleaning, while the matte finish hides scuffs from lid movement. However, the low profile and lightweight construction create tradeoffs: the basket can tip over when the lid is pushed, particularly on smooth floors, and standard 12x18-inch bags overhang, requiring folding or a smaller bag; the finish resists visible scuffs but is not scratch-proof.
- Corner fit
Square shape allows flush corner placement, saving space and adding stability.
Why this is supported
The 7.75-inch square footprint allows this bin to sit fully flush against a wall or into a corner, which eliminates the wasted wedge of dead space that a round bin of similar front width would leave.
Rectangular cans hug walls and fit flush into corners.
cansdimension.comAdditionally, this corner placement helps anchor the lightweight plastic body and prevents tipping when the lid is pushed from the side. As a Q&A from the listing notes,
It may tip over if you push the lid firmly from the side, especially on a smooth surface. Placing it in a corner or on a rug helps keep it stable.
Is the wastebasket heavy enough to stay in place when you push the lid, or does it tip over easily?- Low profile
9.75-inch height fits under low-hung sinks and vanities where taller baskets hit.
Why this is supported
The product's 9.75-inch height is shorter than the common 10.5-inch size, as noted in research:
At 9.75 inches tall, it is noticeably shorter than many class-typical bathroom wastebaskets — such as the Room Essentials Sleek Silver at 10.5 inches — meaning it slides under lower-hung sinks and vanities where a taller can would hit the underside
Dimensions and where it fits — under_10_inch_height_for_low_overhangs, expanding possible placement in tight powder rooms.
- Footprint
Square footprint fits flush against walls, maximizing floor space.
Why this is supported
The square shape is supported by a dimension guide noting:
Rectangular cans hug walls and fit flush into corners.
cansdimension.comThis design uses space efficiently in small bathrooms.
- Stability
Buyers report it can tip over when the lid is pushed, especially on smooth surfaces.
Why this is supported
A buyer Q&A response cautions:
It may tip over if you push the lid firmly from the side, especially on a smooth surface.
Is the wastebasket heavy enough to stay in place when you push the lid, or does it tip over easily?This is a tradeoff of the lightweight plastic construction.
- Lid closure
Swing lid closes on its own; must be held open.
Why this is supported
The swing lid is designed to close automatically, meaning it does not stay propped open. As explained in the Q&A:
This swing lid is designed to close on its own—it doesn't stay propped open when lifted.
Does the swing lid stay open when you lift it, or does it fall back down?This makes one-handed disposal impossible, a significant usability compromise for tasks like tossing tissues while seated.
- Lid removability
Swing lid is fully removable for thorough cleaning.
Why this is supported
The swing lid is fully removable for thorough cleaning. As stated in the Q&A:
Yes, the swing lid is fully removable. The lid is designed to lift off the wastebasket, making it easy to clean both the lid and the basket thoroughly.
Is the lid completely removable for thorough cleaning?- Finish durability
Matte finish hides scuffs from lid movement, retaining appearance.
Why this is supported
The matte plastic finish hides minor scuffs better than gloss, so the wastebasket retains its appearance even with repeated lid contact and normal use.
- Tipping risk
Square base reduces tipping; on smooth floors, corner/rug offsets lightweight tendency.
Why this is supported
The 7.75-inch square base fits flush against walls and into corners,
Rectangular cans hug walls and fit flush into corners.
cansdimension.comper cansdimension.com, reducing wedge-space that can cause tipping in round bins. However, the lightweight plastic can tip when the swing lid is pushed from the side on smooth surfaces; placing it in a corner or on a rug offsets this lightweight tendency.
- Placement flexibility
9.75-inch height fits under low sinks where taller bins (10.5 in.) cannot.
Why this is supported
At 9.75 inches tall, this wastebasket fits under lower-hung sinks and vanities where many taller bins (e.g., Room Essentials at 10.5 in.) would not. For comparison, the Room Essentials basket has dimensions
10.5 Inches (H) x 8.5 Inches (W) x 8.5 Inches (D)
target.com, making this smaller option ideal for tight spaces.
- Bag fit
Standard 12x18-inch bags overhang due to short 9.75-inch height; folding or smaller bag needed.
Why this is supported
According to the Q&A, standard 12x18-inch plastic grocery bags fit around the 7.75-inch rim but extend above it because the basket is only 9.75 inches tall.
the bag will extend well above the top since the basket is short
Can this wastebasket be used with standard plastic grocery bags, or does it require special bag sizes?. As a result, users either fold the overhang or use a smaller bag.
You may need to fold the bag over or use a smaller bag for a neater fit.
Can this wastebasket be used with standard plastic grocery bags, or does it require special bag sizes?The overhang is more pronounced than with taller bins; for example, the Room Essentials wastebasket stands 10.5 inches tall, meaning less bag length hangs above.
Dimensions (Overall): 10.5 Inches (H) x 8.5 Inches (W) x 8.5 Inches (D)
target.com- Scratch resistance
Matte finish hides scuffs better than glossy but is not scratch-proof.
Why this is supported
In the product Q&A, the brand states:
The matte plastic finish is fairly durable but not completely scratch-resistant. Light marks from normal use may appear over time, though the matte texture helps hide minor scuffs better than a glossy surface would.
Is the plastic material scratch-resistant, especially on the matte finish?This confirms that although not fully scratch-proof, the matte texture reduces visible wear compared to glossy.
- Removable lid
Swing lid lifts off completely for thorough cleaning.
Why this is supported
The wastebasket's swing lid is described by the brand as 'removable,' and the Q&A confirms it
Yes, the swing lid is fully removable.
Is the lid completely removable for thorough cleaning?Because the lid does not stay propped open, removal is needed for access, but the fully removable design makes cleaning and emptying straightforward.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A small rectangular wastebasket with rounded corners, a recessed removable top lid with a raised rim, and a smooth matte dark surface shown from a slightly elevated front-right angle.
- Overall shapeRectangular vertical can with noticeably rounded vertical edges and a curved bottom edge; taller than wide in the pictured orientation.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Top lid designFlat, inset lid with a shallow recessed central panel and a slightly raised outer rim that forms a rounded-rectangle opening.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Surface finishEven, smooth matte finish across the vertical faces; lid rim shows a subtle sheen slightly glossier than the body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (medium) - Visible seam/joinThin visible seam or shading line where the lid meets the body on the top-right quadrant of the rim.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Occlusion and perspectiveFront-right face is fully visible; left rear face is partially visible and the bottom edge is foreshortened by the camera angle indicating a slightly elevated viewpoint.
Other
Product shown on a light terrazzo or stone surface against a horizontal wood-grain backdrop, lit from the left-front producing a soft shadow on the surface to the left of the product.
- Supporting surfaceLight-colored terrazzo or speckled stone countertop with small flecks visible beneath the product.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.88 · h 0.25 (high) - BackgroundHorizontal wood-grain paneling behind the product, medium brown with linear striations.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the left-front creating a diffuse shadow cast to the left of the wastebasket and a mild highlight along the lid rim.
- Image framingProduct centered vertically and horizontally; slight cropping of the foreground surface at the bottom edge of the image.
Colors
matte dark charcoal· body#2E2B31deep charcoal gloss rim· lid and rim#231E24- Overall shapeRectangular vertical can with noticeably rounded vertical edges and a curved bottom edge; taller than wide in the pictured orientation.
- 02
Product
Top-down view of a small rectangular rounded wastebasket with an inset swinging lid; smooth matte dark finish and a visible inner opening and rim.
- Overall shapeRectangular body with heavily rounded corners and a continuous vertical sidewall visible from a top-down angle.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - Top rim detailInset top rim creating a recessed opening; rim has a narrow raised lip around the perimeter visible as a slightly lighter edge.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.07 · w 0.66 · h 0.36 (high) - Swinging lidFlat, semi-rectangular swinging lid mounted inside the rim, shown partially open and covering roughly the back half of the opening; lid edges are rounded and its top surface is matte.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.49 · h 0.24 (high) - Interior openingDark interior visible through the front gap beneath the partially open lid, appearing as a deep shadowed cavity.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Finish and textureSmooth, uniform matte finish on both the body and lid with no visible gloss highlights; surface appears free of texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.32 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Image shot from a slightly oblique top-down angle on a light speckled stone surface with a wood vertical plane in the background; soft directional lighting from upper left creates gentle shadows.
- Viewing angleOblique top-down view showing the top opening and most of the upper sidewall.
- Background surfaceLight colored speckled stone or tile surface beneath the wastebasket.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.58 · w 0.98 · h 0.42 (high) - Background propVertical wood-toned panel visible in the upper portion of the image behind the product.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from upper left producing a subtle shadow along the lower-right side of the wastebasket.
Colors
matte black· outer body#1E1C21dark charcoal· lid and top rim#161419- Overall shapeRectangular body with heavily rounded corners and a continuous vertical sidewall visible from a top-down angle.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a small rounded-rectangle wastebasket with a removed lid placed to the right; exterior appears matte black while the interior is glossy black.
- Overall shapeRounded-rectangle vertical bin with gently curved vertical walls and a flat bottom visible inside.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.87 (high) - Exterior finishExterior surface has a smooth matte finish and uniform dark color wrapping the visible sidewall.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Interior finishInterior surface is glossy and reflective, showing highlights and subtle reflections distinct from the matte exterior.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.38 (high) - Top rim and edgeTop rim is rounded with a narrow inward lip visible where the exterior meets the interior.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high) - Detached lidFlat, rounded-rectangle lid placed to the right of the bin, matching the bin color and showing a recessed inner panel and rounded outer edge.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.41 (high) - Interior bottom detailInner flat bottom panel visible inside the bin with a seam or corner curve where it meets the sidewall.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.34 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (medium)
Other
Angled top-down close-up shot on a light terrazzo surface with a folded beige towel at the bottom edge; soft studio lighting with mild shadows.
- Background surfaceLight-colored terrazzo or speckled stone countertop visible across most of the image background.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.66 · h 1.00 (high) - Towel propBeige textured towel or mat runs along the bottom edge of the image, partially cropped.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.86 · w 1.00 · h 0.14 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up angled top-down view showing the bin interior and the detached lid; framing crops the bin's left side slightly and the lid is fully visible on the right.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft diffuse lighting with gentle highlights on glossy interior and subtle shadowing on the matte exterior and around the lid.
Colors
matte black· exterior sidewall#211E21glossy black· interior surface#0D0A0Ablack with slight sheen· lid top and edge#26242A- Overall shapeRounded-rectangle vertical bin with gently curved vertical walls and a flat bottom visible inside.
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Customer Reviews
28 total28 reviews · out of 5
Happy with purchase
Was looking for a petite, minimalist wastebasket for my guest bathroom; this fit the bill. Sturdy, and the lid automatically flips back into position.
Parfaite
C'est exactement comme la description. Elle est parfaite.
Small Wastebasket
I liked the first one I bought so much that I bought a second one. One in black, the other white. It is a small basket with a tilt lid and a contemporary look.
Small wastebasket
Beautiful as pictured exactly what I was looking for.
Exactement ce à quoi je
Exactement ce à quoi je m’attendais, petite taille, assez robuste et sobre
Pour ma salle de bain
Assez minuscule mais suffisante.
Belle
Super comme je voulais
Pratique
Discrète, compacte et jolie elle se glisse bien dans un coin. Couvercle un peu fragile. À manipuler avec délicatesse.
Très beau produit
Très beau produit
Exactly as describe
Easy to assemble and great capacity for 2 people.
Prix raisonnable pour la qualité chic et solide
Parfait
Perfect
Cute an functional, like the swinging lid
super
super
lid
Works well, discreet. easy to clean = perfect!
Jolie
Sa dimension ? À augmenter.
Adéquat
Bonne dimension
Petite, jolie! Je l’aime bien
Petite, jolie! Je l’aime bien
Belle découverte!
Compacte, jolie et facile à nettoyer
Not a Waste ;)
Great size, small but mighty! Clean design, easy access with the swing door. Great for smaller spaces.
Salle de bain
Parfaite pour la salle de bain mais un peu trop petite
Adorable
Perfect size for my home office.
Does what I bought it for
This was purchased to keep my dog out of the bathroom garbage can and it works because it's too small for him to get his nose into. It's a bit flimsy but does what it's supposed to. I like that I can use small plastic produce bags as liners.
C'Est exactement ce qu'il nous
C'Est exactement ce qu'il nous fallait.
Petite poubelle
Très jolie poubelle! Parfaite pour un petit espace.
Très discret et jolie
Très discret et jolie
So cute and modern
Really nice, good quality!
Beau modèle
Petite poubelle qui prend peu d’espace. Très satisfaite de mon achat.
Stylish and compact
Recommend to purchase Easy to clean Perfect accent for bathroom