Trash compactor bags are simply the bags that go into compactor machines that prevent the buildup of garbage. Some are trash cans while others can be installed under a sink. Some compacted bags are equivalent to six 13 gallon trash bags depending on the size. These compactors require special bags, so you cannot use a regular trash bag with them. However, you can compare the major name brands of bags to get an idea of how they are used and some advantages and disadvantages to them.
Viking trash compactor bags typically come in an 18 inch size. The TCB15VUC bags are about 3.5 millimeters thick and come with pre-punched holes to fit the retainer buttons. These bags are made to fit the Viking VUC Trash Compactor. You can get 15 in a pack for a little less than $30 or about $2 per bag. Of course, you can probably find outlets that have these bags in bulk for a break in the price.
You can find GE trash compactor bags in packs of 12 or 15. These bags can usually fit most GE or Monogram machines. They are made to be durable enough so that you only have to use one bag per week. A 12 pack bag of 12 inch bags can cost less than $20, but a 12 pack bag of other models of compactor trash bags can cost more than $30 a pack. A 15 pack of 15 inch bags that can fit round or rectangular machines may cost a little more than $10.
You can also find Kitchenaid trash compactor bags that are compatible with 18 rectangular machines as well as some older machines that require tough to find bags. These bags are constructed of durable three millimeter multi-laminate 50% recycled plastic. The bottom of these bags has a custom fit with its pleated bottom along with a patented slip-n-grip design. A pack of 15 garbage compactor bags costs a little more than $10.
Jenn Air trash compactor bags are available in both 15 inch and 18 inch sizes. Furthermore, you can get 15 inch bags in paper or plastic form. A 15 pack of 18 inch plastic bags costs less than $15. However, you can also find other packages in bulk sizes of 60 and 180. The 15 inch paper and plastic bags cost less at a little more than $10 for 15 plastic bags or 12 paper bags. These bags are also available in bulk sizes with 60 and 180 bags for plastic and 48 and 96 bags for paper.
You can also pick up Electrolux trash compactor bags. You will usually find replacement bags for Electrolux devices in packs of 12. However, the price can vary depending upon the outlet that carries these bags. For instance, one outlet may charge less than $20 while another may charge nearly $30. If you have to get a generic brand of bag to fit your machine, keep in mind that Electrolux machines are typically the 15 inch size.