Quick answer
Mount a garbage bag dispenser like the DoorStash on the inside of your under-sink cabinet door for easy access. Load a roll of 13-gallon bags through the removable top lid, then pull bags from the wide front opening as needed.
Why the under-sink cabinet works best
The under-sink area is often underused because of pipes and cleaning supplies. Mounting a bag dispenser on the cabinet door keeps bags off the floor and away from moisture while staying within arm's reach of your trash can.
Door-mounted dispensers also free up shelf space for other items. The DoorStash Garbage Bag Dispenser hangs over the cabinet door without drilling, so you can move it if you reorganize.
Choosing the right bag size
Most under-sink dispensers are designed for standard 13-gallon kitchen bags. The DoorStash dispenser works with a roll of 13-gallon bags, but always check your dispenser's width and depth before buying a different size.
If you use smaller bags for recycling or food scraps, look for a dispenser that accommodates multiple roll sizes or consider a second unit for the other cabinet door.
How to install and use your under-sink bag dispenser
- Choose a mounting spot: Open your under-sink cabinet and check that the door clears the sink trap and any pipes when fully opened. Mark a spot near the top of the door so the dispenser hangs straight and bags don't drag on the floor. Make sure the dispenser won't hit the pipe when the door closes.
- Hang the dispenser on the door: For the DoorStash, simply hook the over-door bracket over the top edge of the cabinet door. Adjust the bracket so the dispenser sits level. No tools or drilling required. Test that the door still closes fully with the dispenser attached.
- Load the bag roll: Remove the top lid of the DoorStash dispenser. Drop in a new roll of 13-gallon kitchen bags with the first bag facing the front opening. Replace the lid until it clicks. Don't overload the dispenser — one roll at a time keeps the door from sagging.
- Pull a bag through the front opening: Reach into the wide front slot, grab the first bag, and pull it out. The roll will rotate inside the dispenser, feeding the next bag into position automatically. If the roll stops feeding, open the lid and check that the bag isn't twisted.
- Replace the roll when empty: When the last bag is pulled, remove the top lid again, lift out the empty core, and drop in a fresh roll. No need to unmount the dispenser. Keep a spare roll under the sink so you never run out mid-cleanup.
Product details
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DoorStash® Garbage Bag Dispenser: DoorStash Garbage Bag Dispenser puts the “ta-da” in your trash routine. Bulky boxes disappear with bags hiding in a convenient, over-door location. Trash bag rolls load quickly into the holder with a removable top lid. A wide front opening dispenses bags like magic. The removable top lid lets you load a new roll without taking the dispenser off the door, and the wide opening makes grabbing a single bag fast even when your hands are full.
DoorStash® Garbage Bag Dispenser
