A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Best Nappy Pail for Your Cloth Nappies
Choosing the Right Nappy Bucket for Your Reusable Nappies
Consider the size of the nappy bucket: a 14-16 litre capacity is ideal for storing dirty cloth nappies until wash day. For famililes with more than one child in cloth nappies consider either two nappy buckets or a great nappy bin for bigger families is the larger Motherease nappy bucket.
Look for a lockable nappy bucket lid to keep dirty nappies secure, little monkeys out and prevents odours from escaping. Tots Bots bucket lid clips securely in place with four locks but is easy for an adult to take on and off with one hand.
Check which size mesh bag or laundry mesh bags fit into your nappy bucket for easy transfers to the washing machine
Consider the brand: Tots Bots is our most popular choice of nappy bucket for cloth nappy users. It can be used with Totsbots Reusable Nappies but also all other nappy brands.
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Managing Dirty Nappies with Your Nappy Bucket
Use dry pailing to store dirty nappies, as soaking can damage modern fabrics and cause an unpleasant smell
Line the nappy bucket with a mesh bag or laundry mesh bags to make it easy to lift out dirty nappies on wash day
There is no need to store soiled and wet nappies separately they can all go in the one nappy bin.
Consider using a nappy wet bag or nappy bin for storing wet nappies when out and about
Keep the nappy bucket clean and hygienic by washing it regularly
Use a nappy bucket with a lockable lid to prevent little ones from accessing dirty nappies
Key Features to Look for in a Nappy Pail
A sturdy and secure lid to prevent nasty smells from escaping
A large enough capacity to store dirty nappies until wash day
A mesh bag or laundry mesh bags for easy transfers to the washing machine
A lockable lid to keep dirty nappies secure
Tips for Using Your Nappy Bucket with Cloth Nappies
Use a nappy bucket with a mesh bag or laundry mesh bags to make it easy to lift out dirty nappies on wash day
Consider using a nappy wet bag for storing wet nappies when out and about. We stock a wide range of nappy wet bags in many sizes perfect for every occassion.
Keep the nappy bucket clean and hygienic by washing it regularly when you put on a nappy wash
Use a nappy bucket with a lockable lid to prevent little ones from accessing dirty nappies
Consider using The Nappy Lady accessories kit that includes a nappy bucket, mesh bag, and wet nappy bag for a convenient and effective cloth nappy system
