SKIP SIZE GUIDE
Whether you require a skip to accommodate for a large-scale industrial project, or a mini skip for a minor home improvement task, here at U&U Skips Ltd we have a wide range of skip sizes for all types of operations.
Our helpful skip sizes guide will ensure that you choose the right skip for your requirements.
6 YARD SKIP HIRE
Uses: A popular choice for builders for their building and construction waste. Also a popular choice for large house and garden clean ups.
Dimensions: 10ft (2.29m) Long x 5ft (1.52m) Wide x 4ft (1.07m) High
Size: Approximately 65 Black Bin Bags
8 YARD SKIP HIRE
Uses: Commonly used by builders on small to medium sized jobs. Perfect for kitchen and bathroom renovations, as well a garden clean ups.
Dimensions: 12ft (3.66m) Long x 6ft (1.83m) Wide x 4.5ft (1.37m) High
Size: Approximately 80 Black Bin Bags
10 YARD SKIP HIRE
Uses: Useful for a number of purposes, from home renovations to garden clean ups, building sites, company clean ups and shop fittings
Dimensions: 12ft (3.66m) Long x 6ft (1.83m) Wide x 6ft (1.83m) High
Size: Approximately 100 Black Bin Bags
12 YARD SKIP HIRE
Uses: One of the most popular maxi skips available, the 12 yard skip is perfect for industrial and commercial uses. It is great for larger projects, including bulky items and construction materials.
Dimensions: 13ft (3.96m) Long x 6ft (1.83m) Wide x 6.5ft (1.98m) High
Size: Approximately 120 Black Bin Bags
14 YARD SKIP HIRE
Uses: The perfect skip for bulky waste, and most uses. A 14 yard skip provides ample space for different needs, from industrial waste to commercial rubbish, and even domestic clean ups and renovations.
Dimensions: 13ft (3.96m) Long x 6.5ft (1.98m) Wide x 6.5ft (1.98m) High
Size: Approximately 145 Black Bin Bags
What else do I need to Know?
Consider Your Waste
Before deciding on what skip size you will need, it is a good idea to look at what waste you will be producing. When calculating how much waste you will need to throw into your skip, it is important to remember that not all waste can go in a skip, such as hazardous and dangerous items (including asbestos that requires specialist removal), as well as many electrical. For a list of items that are permitted and prohibited see FAQs
Do You Need Extras
Once you have decided on what size skip you will require, you can consider any additional extras you may require. If you will be placing a skip on council land, many councils require cones and lighting for the skips exterior, to ensure it is visible to road users. If you will be producing plasterboard waste, you will need a plasterboard bag to keep it separated from the mixed waste.
What does 'Yard' mean?
The measurement of ‘Yard’ is commonly used to describe the size of a skip, and as skip is 3-dimensional, the yards are cubed. For example, a 6 yard skip will actually be 6 yards³. The size guide information above provides a better understanding of the skip dimensions and how much waste each size can hold.
Please note, sizes, load capacity and measurements are approximate.
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