What It Is
The Blum LEGRABOX ECO top is a pull-out waste system designed specifically for 500mm wide base cabinets. It houses two 32-litre bins in a carbon black matt frame that runs on Blum's heavy-duty drawer runners with soft-close mechanism.
Where It Fits
This system sits within a standard 500mm base cabinet and requires a minimum internal cabinet height of 620mm. It works with most cabinet styles, including shaker doors, thanks to wide fixing points that accommodate different door thicknesses.
How It Works
You pull the entire system out like a drawer to access both bins. The frame uses the full footprint of your cabinet, so there's no wasted space around the edges. An odour trap shelf sits across the top of the bins to contain smells, and it doubles as storage for spare bin bags.
Why It Matters
Having your bins hidden but easily accessible changes how you work in the kitchen. You can sort waste as you cook without opening cupboard doors or lifting bins in and out. The 64-litre total capacity handles a week's waste for most households, while the soft-close action means the drawer won't slam shut when you push it back.
Design Consideration
This system works best when you have consistent waste sorting habits, as the two bins encourage separation of different waste types. The carbon black finish will show fingerprints more readily than lighter colours. The 620mm minimum cabinet height requirement may not suit all kitchen designs, particularly where you're trying to maximise worktop height.
Build Quality
The frame uses Blum's LEGRABOX system with stabilising brackets for strength. Handles are reinforced with glass fibre to prevent breakage under the 40kg load capacity. The soft-close mechanism is Blum's BLUMOTION technology, which provides controlled, silent closing. All components come with Blum's lifetime guarantee.
Options
Optional lids are available if you want additional odour control. The system comes pre-assembled on a frame, so your installer simply fixes the runners and drops the unit into place.
Closing Guidance
Consider whether the 64-litre capacity suits your household's waste production and whether you'll use both bins consistently. The system requires commitment to the 500mm cabinet width, so think about how this fits with your overall kitchen storage plan.
