Fifty gallons is a large hamper, sized for a family rather than a couple, and the point of that capacity is that it changes the laundry rhythm. A hamper that holds two or three loads means washing happens on a schedule rather than being forced by an overflowing basket every other day. The hamper measures 25.2 in long by 15.7 in wide and stands 29.5 in tall, with a total static capacity of 55 lb. That footprint is wider than a standard hamper, which is where the volume comes from, and it still lines a wall at only 15.7 in deep. Construction is 150 g polyester fabric with fiberglass rods giving the shape and PP plastic at the joints, bringing the whole thing to 6.4 lb. At that weight a full hamper can be carried by one person, which is not true of rigid plastic baskets of similar volume. A lid closes over the top and handles are built into the sides, so it lifts and travels as a unit rather than needing the contents transferred to something else first.
50.2 Gal Changes the Rhythm: Two or three loads of capacity means washing happens on a schedule rather than being forced by an overflowing basket.
Carries as One Unit: Built-in handles and a lid mean the hamper travels to the machine without the contents being transferred first.
Only 6.4 lb: Fiberglass rods and fabric give the shape without a rigid plastic body, so a full hamper can still be carried by one person.
15.7 in Deep: Wide rather than deep, which is where the volume comes from while the hamper still lines a wall without projecting.
55 lb Static Capacity: Real capacity for a fabric hamper, which is what the fiberglass rod structure allows at this weight.
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Style Variants
Available Colors: Dove gray
Size Reference for Volenca Lid and Carry Handles
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