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Sep 28 2008 Justin And Colin

Recycling at home need not cost the earth thanks to these handy specialist bins. And with options to suit all budgets there's no excuse not to do your bit to save the planet.

SCRIMP

Two-section stainless steel recycling bin

£29.99 from Tesco Direct, www.tesco.com

Boasting two sections, this stainless steel bin makes it easy to separate items for recycling.

Its flat back fits smoothly against walls, plus there is an anti-slip base and a removable inner bin for easy cleaning. It holds 30 litres and is 40cm high, 34cm wide and 48cm deep.

SPEND

Stainless steel double recycling bin

£44 from Home Recycling, www.homerecycling.co.uk

A low-level bin, this has a 29-litre total capacity across its handy double compartments. There is one 19-litre and one 10-litre pullout bin, making it easy to separate paper from plastic. It is available in two colours and is pedal operated so you can avoid sticky fingers. It's 44cm high, 47cm wide and 29cm deep.

SPLURGE

40-litre satin metal one-touch recycling bin

£75 from Next, www.next.co.uk

This contemporary styled silver and black number will look great in any modern kitchen. It features two 20-litre internal compartments, both with one-touch lids which raise automatically and click shut. It is a large capacity bin that is easy to clean. It's 60.5cm high, 46cm wide and 35cm deep.