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Oonagh Turner

7 clever tricks designers use to conceal unsightly kitchen trash cans - 'they'll be an eyesore no more'

A kitchen with a concealed trash can.

Let's face it, your kitchen trash can isn't the most glamorous of items, but neither does it have to be an eyesore. There are a range of styles you can get that will adhere to the wider aesthetic of the room, but no matter how beautiful this essential piece of furniture is, there really isn't any getting away from its unsightly function.

The best approach to dealing with this problem is to hide your trash can altogether, concealing the item behind doors or disguising it totally. With a little creativity and some strategic planning, you can effectively hide it while keeping it easily accessible for daily use. Here are five of my favorite ways to hide a trash can in your modern kitchen.

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