✅ 1. Know Your Size (The Right Fit Prevents Rips)
Before anything, measure your bin or can. Using an undersized bag can cause stretching and breakage. Here's the industry-approved formula:
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📏 Bag Height = Can Height + 4″ (for overhang)
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📐 Bag Width = ½ of the Can Circumference
Pro Tip: Keep these measurements in a note on your phone for quick reorders. If you’re ordering for multiple locations, create a cheat sheet by room type.
✅ 2. Choose the Right Thickness (Mil Matters)
Trash bag strength is measured in Mil (thousandths of an inch) — and it directly impacts performance.
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0.9–1.2 Mil – Best for light-duty use (offices, bathrooms, non-sharp waste)
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1.5–2.0 Mil – Great for restaurants, schools, and kitchens
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2.5+ Mil – For heavy-duty jobs like construction, renovations, and sharp debris
Elite Plastic Supply specializes in 1.2 Mil and thicker heavy-duty black trash bags trusted by contractors and facility managers nationwide.
✅ 3. Match the Bag Material to the Job (HDPE vs LDPE)
Understanding the material helps you pick the right trash bag that won't let you down.
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HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
✔ Rigid and lightweight
✔ Great for non-sharp trash
✔ More affordable
✔ Ideal for offices, paper waste, and food scraps -
LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
✔ More stretchable and puncture-resistant
✔ Perfect for sharp, irregular, or heavy items
✔ Common in construction, renovation, or warehouse settings
🛠 Our contractor-grade trash bags are low-density for maximum stretch and toughness.
✅ 4. Bulk Up & Save (Smarter Supply Management)
Running a business? Don’t pay retail.
Elite Plastic Supply offers deep discounts on full-case bulk trash bags — with same-day shipping for orders placed before 3 PM EST.
✔ No hidden fees
✔ No middlemen
✔ Shipped directly from our Clifton, NJ warehouse
We serve contractors, government agencies, school districts, and facility managers looking for reliable, cost-effective trash bags for business use.
⭐ Why Customers Choose Elite Plastic Supply
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Built for durability, priced for bulk buyers
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Convenient reorder options and fast shipping
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Custom size options available
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Family-owned, U.S.-based operation
🛒 Ready to Upgrade Your Trash Game?
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Or contact us for custom pricing on larger quantities.