Building a Garbage Can Enclosure - Part 2

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[@richasay9077]

@April - I would recommend closing the gaps in the lids. Wheeling the cans in backwards and leaving the lids on the cans open. When it's trash day, the handles to maneuver the full cans will be easily accessible and closing off the wood gaps will reduce the chance of water filling them up during the rain. Nice job!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Maybe add some wire with a clip to the lid? That way when you open the structure lid, the can lip also opens?

[@DDEENY]

Was thinking the same thing.

[@iamstevetay]

@@DDEENY Same here. Easy addition to the project.

[@izzyh.3581]

Nice idea. I was wondering what could be done with that little hindrance.

[@michaelpeters8294]

Great job April. One suggestion to make your life even easier. Permanently attach a properly sized bungee cord from the inside wooden lid and attach the other end to a drilled hole in your trash can. Now when the gas shock raises the wooden lid it also lifts the plastic garbage can lid. Life is good again!

[@LuisVillalobosYT]

GOOD IDEA!

[@MrTom2058]

I love how when you run into an obstacle, (like the doors not lining up in this video) you show it and explain how you overcame it.

[@lucymcturner1858]

April, if you place your trash cans in with the lids open and the other way around you will not have to open the trash can top and then you can just pull the can out. That is how I’ve placed mine 👍🏼 love you plans, thank you.

[@huinyavaina]

What about all the insects that will hop in, when the trash lid is kept open?

[@bonniemorris6278]

Love this! Just built an enclosure for my irrigation system which was a major eyesore and used this basic idea for it only on a smaller scale and didn't have a floor. Next year, plan on building this same project to enclose two large garbage containers. Will use white vinyl planking from fencing materials for sides and top. Don't need a floor because these garbage bins already sit on bricks. Thanks again. You did a great job explaining all of your steps. This was the best one I found.

[@RSteve-gd8kj]

April, Great job!. One suggestion though. You may wanna install a string, coat hanger, copper cable to unlatch the door latches from inside, just in case you have kids running around and trapping themselves inside. I learned my lesson when my wife trapped herself inside a tool shed many years ago. :)

[@rodfav2656]

What I like about you April is your like a little kid when your finished and it turns out great. Your work is awesome and inspirational. Thanks :)

[@aserta]

April Wilkerson If you add a magnet to the lid of the trashcan and then put a magnet on a string on the enclosure lid (adjusted as needed), when you open the big lid it will pull the smaller one with it. At the same time, when you need to take the cans out, you just pull the magnet attached to the wire loose and reattach it later. We did this to all of our bins, works really nice. For magnets we used neodymium disc magnets. There are button style ones that have a hole in the middle which worked perfectly because it was easy to screw in the magnet on the lid and tie a wire on the other piece. You can find them via Google Images search under "neodymium washer magnet". Third picture, but there's also ones with tapped holes.

[@jeffherdzina6716]

Not just for storing trash cans. But maybe for pool supplies. grill storage, or an AC cover. Thanks for the ideals!

[@howtodoitdude1662]

You can use blocks under the bin to keep it level and keep the wood off the ground. Thanks for sharing!

[@808chevykev]

This is exactly perfect for storing my mower and yard tools in.The gas shocks were right on the money! I'm on it! Thanks and you did a kick ass job👏👏👏✌

[@robertevans6481]

Like how the hooks will keep the lid down when the wind starts to blow....and yes the shock idea too...but one thing Cody should have been there after you went to put the trash in at night....and just pop out.....lol...priceless.....lol

[@Nathan-H]

Hi April Great Video, I now this is a few years old now...... But if you attach a chain / rope to the inside of the lid and the other end to your trash cans, when you open the lid it will automatically open the lid to your trash cans as well. yes it does mean you have to disconnect this on trash can empting day, but it makes it easier in the long run.

[@carlosbastidas8551]

Excellent work and design was wondering what to do with our rubbish bins now I know..Thanks April

[@scuzzbecuzz]

It is great to see a young husband and wife complement each other so well. You are very talented and I'm glad you and your husband are so compatible. God has given you a gift and it is nice to see you make the most of it!!

[@stevevenn1]

Je n'ai pas eu besoin de cette hypothèse.

[@MikeCheung1]

With a bit of tweaking to the gas spring mounting locations, you should be able to get it to move over center and start to extend a little when the lid is in the lowest position, making the hook unnecessary. The spring will both hold the lid closed and open.

[@Mr.J0lllllll0]

That's pretty awesome, honestly I think everyone should have one. The outlook of everything would look so much better

[@AndyBirkeyMaker]

What a tidy solution for a common problem, the lift shocks are brilliant. You also have excellent taste in t-shirts! hahaha

[@blahdiblah2169]

Hi April. I'll make this a little bit more robustly, and then I have the perfect storage for my lawnmower. And I'll use the roofing technique from another one of your videos. Mix and matching ideas. Thank you for the great content.

[@FritsvanDoorn]

A rubberband with a hook from the lid to the garbage can lid will open the garbage can lid also when you open the wooden lid.

[@glen1arthur]

Good idea. G

[@topgundk]

Was going to suggest the same :)

[@littlemissmakeup075]

that's what I just thought and commented :)

[@Allurade]

Had a similar thought for this project. No one likes taking out the trash, so make it faster.

[@tblbaby]

I guess this is a popular idea. I just left that comment then saw this. :))

[@graemeknipe9095]

I have to say, you have a really good talent working with wood. I'm a beginner so learning off your videos. you done a great Job.

[@jamesweller2413]

Wow, Those Trash Cans (Wheelie bins in Australia) are HUGE. I had wondered why the shed was so big, but it all makes sense now! Great Video.

[@lawrencepowell633]

Super easy to watch. You need a T.V. show! Reminds me of old Sunday mornings watching diy jobs

[@WayneBrownWoodworking]

Way cool DIY project. Not only keeps the critters out but much more aesthetically pleasing. Great job April.

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Thanks Wayne!

[@JohnKnutsson]

add a string with hook from the bin-lid to the wooden lid. No need to hold any of them when open

[@izzyh.3581]

Ooo maybe a string with a magnet and a piece of tasteful metal on the lid 🤯

[@SimonE-fz5pc]

Nice build. I did something similar some years ago and added a piece of chain and hook to the top lid so when you open it the thrashcan also opens wide enough to put most stuff in and with the simple hook its easy to remove the chain on trash day.

[@Magnussen92]

You should add a sensor to the light! I did that with the LED lamp (same one, just smaller) in my garage and it's really worth it.

[@kimberley5089]

Yes, looks great. I'll see if I can do this.. Maybe get a few orders🙂

[@tblbaby]

You could hook a removable bungie or something from the can lids to the enclosure lid so it would be one move. Nice G can house, people could live in that thing, with shingles and stuff.

[@Retroweld]

I was wondering how you were going to hold the top up while throwing away some trash. Perfect solution. Such a great idea. Nice job April!

[@AprilWilkerson]

; ) Thank you Douglas

[@cpghmuscle]

very nice project April, I made mine from 4x4 pressure treated posts and lifted mine off the ground, I also installed 2 doors and pitched the roof,. I used t1-11 panel board also. Keep up the great work. Chris

[@uragonkadi356]

I will definitely buy the plans in the near future. This is exactly what I’m looking for. This will be my next DIY project when fence is done.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thank you and enjoy the build.

[@daveticehurst4191]

You really need to treat the underside of the floor and bearers to help prevent rot. You should also raise the bearers up from the ground on bricks or concrete block. Also place some membrane material i.e slate, building membrane or plastic or aluminum sheet between the blocks and the bearers. This will prevent any moisture rising up from the ground and soaking into the timber bearers.

[@jeremygeiger3629]

Good morning from the Pacific Northwest..! Thank you for your video on the trash shed. I appreciate your guidance and inspiration on so many projects.

[@AprilWilkerson]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@scottdobranski4398]

Awesome work!!!! I'm going to make this within the next couple weeks, We have a bear problem in our area and this looks like the answer to the problem

[@darbinorvar]

Came out great April! I love the idea of hiding the trash cans!

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Thank you Linn!

[@bobfletcher346]

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[@sikskillz2186]

cool, turn out amazing. like the shock assist.

[@nicholasriegler1317]

LOVE your great ability to work with wood like that! We however have bears that love to get their fingers between the wood slats and rip it apart without much effort......I need to find a way to build one with NO spaces on top, only on bottom to vent...thanks for your amazing suggestions though!!

[@RoborobsComputers]

I was wondering how you were going to handle the lid thing. the shocks make a GREAT solution. Nice job.

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Thank you

[@alexclark2126]

Looks great! My 6yr old daughter (who has seen all of your videos) says: "April, you should have some black handles on the front doors to match the hinges!"

[@jimgam730]

Nice project. I like the use of the gas shocks to hold the lids open. Never would've thought of that. I would've just used a prop stick.... lol

[@brunocristan7047]

Im saving this video because i will do the same but for storaging mower or outdoor tools. Thanks for great narrative idea. Also cheers! Im from ft worth too.

[@49cfr]

Looks great and it keeps the critters out of your garbage too.

[@jennyrico1861]

You are amazing very creative. I wish I can have your skills very awesome. 👍

[@claudeedkins948]

April, I bought your plans and it worked great. Thanks for the video, you have inspired me to do other projects.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@ErikGilling]

I like the addition of the shocks to keep the tops open!

[@johnlee7085]

Nice build. An alternative for the light is to get a little solar light. Harbor freight has them for about $10 each. Really inexpensive and works well. We added several at doors, and because they are motion actuated they only come on bright when needed. Otherwise they are discretely dim.

[@wutUthinkinBro]

i’ve been creating a design in my head for a garbage storage just like yours, it’s so eerie how similar we see this project and how we want it to function. swing open doors, liftable lid, having two separate lids instead of one, even down to using gas shocks for the lids (which is what made me write this lol). granted, other people might have videos doing it the same way but i’ve only watched yours. i needed inspo for what i was gonna use to make the doors swingable, so thank you for that ! the only difference is i was going to use pallets because i can get them for free to save on costs (4 bins in total, so two pallets each for floor, lid, front/back walls, and then one for each side wall). using pallets themselves as walls , will i run into any problems besides the storage just being heavier than normal? i’m a complete amateur with woodworking projects and all i have is a drill/impact, circular, and reciprocating saw lol. thanks for any advice you’re willing to share

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Enjoy the build. Thanks for watching.

[@vincemoser4636]

nice build. I would add a bungee to the lids to open the cans open when you open the containers lid..two hands to toss trash bags into cans. a couple eye hooks on the container lid and a hole in the trash can lid would do great. when its time to take out the cans unhook from container lid and wheel out

[@RobinLewisMakes]

Didn't see the lid coming, that shock absorber is a great idea!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks!

[@acetech9237]

Nice work April. First video I've ever watched of yours but definitely something my wife and I will be building. So cool

[@xybeta]

you could attach magnets to the trash can lids and a rope wit a washer to the wooden lid so when you open the wooden one the trasch can opens automatically and when you have to brig them out you only have magnets and not a permanent connection.

[@andrewlyon109]

You should add a string or chain attached to the lid of trash can and lid of shed to pull up and a carabiner to un hook them on trash day to make life easier

[@thomasdement7885]

Once you paint you can't go back. I painted some outdoor Adirondack chairs in white and regret it. The paint won't last and you will have to repaint more than will want to. I would recommend some type of oil finish like pure lindseed oil. It's very easy to reapply.

[@icestatesmc]

I was cracking up when you couldn't find the pencil in your hair. lol I lose them in my hair too when I'm working. Great video thanks for the cool ideas.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Lol, it's easy to do with such a mess. ; )

[@kortt]

Great idea and build! Love the little jig you do at the end of the video lol.

[@num1booger]

awesome job april,another fine wood working project from the makers of Mrs Wilkerson

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Thank you!

[@num1booger]

That was nice for u 2 respond. You really are a craftsman. My Grandfather was a fine craftsman too. He passed in 1995 i received some of his fine tools. Most of all his woodworking skills. I have a single car garage wood shop. No room for the car. Heehee. Always enjoy watching u and your husband. Blessings to you both and your mom and dad. Steve and june in southern cally.

[@BillyMcCord]

I have the same cans!, and I need to do this project, they look pretty ugly in my back yard, esp since mine is not fenced off .. great project! I like the idea of the gas cylinders to hold up the lids!

[@Blazer19742002]

Love this. My brother's cans are always falling over and garbage is raided by the local crows all the time. I think I'll share this a few dozen times lol maybe he'll get the hint and do something like this ;-) Tfs!

[@plasma3211]

Nice work! My idea was to elevate a platform for the trash cans. My can storage is in an alley and when they plow they cover my cans. This storm brought a thick layer of ice with snow cover. When they plowed the alley they made huge snowman like snow balls. You cannot shovel this stuff, it has to be removed by hand. My idea would be to elevate the trash can platform like three feet so they could reach the cans in storms like this.

[@lelandj57]

As I don't generally read the other comments prior to posting my own, I thought I would suggest a kick stand of sorts a hinged board to use to hold the outer enclosures lid open while you access the trash cans inside.. Looks amazing and you always Impress me April - Great job. have a Great dane :) he he

[@jspinosa50]

You are brilliant!!! This would make a great generator enclosures

[@marksinden4156]

I used a couple of cheap (£10 each) security floodlights from the local branch of Aldi to do a similar job - they have built-in motion sensors and ambient light sensors. They didn't come with the waterproof cabing though. If Aldi in the US works the same way as in the UK, you have to keep a close eye on their special offers but can get some real bargains.

[@stormrrt5998]

Nice work. I been thinking about something like this for my garbage containers. This is the first decent thing I seen so far. Going to have to build one in the spring. Thanks.

[@johnsont963]

another great project ! the gussets to hold square was a great fix to the door gaps!!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Thank you, they worked great once installed.

[@wobu5361]

That was cute the way she took the trash can and made one last check to make sure the can cleared the top of the enclosure. Well, I suppose you could chop it up and add pieces to add length if it is too short 😉

[@MarkMaysey]

Looks great April and has given me some great ideas to build my own. Thank you for sharing this.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Great! Enjoy the build. Thanks for watching.

[@PyroShim]

Looks good. I would maybe add a bungee cord that pulls open the lid of the trashcan when opening the top lid.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Lots of people are suggesting it but I wouldn't want to add it to mine. It is really simple to open the lid by itself.

[@PyroShim]

That is the beauty of suggestions, you don't have to follow them. That is what I always love about the builds you do. They always are a really good idea and I just modify it slightly for my own situation.

[@AprilWilkerson]

: ) Agreed, if you build one and add a cord then let me know how it works out.

[@PyroShim]

I am almost sad that I already have an enclosure for my garbage bins. For the configuration of that one my plan really doesn't work. Might be a good excuse to build a new one though :)

[@talladegadude4852]

For anyone thinking about using a bungee cord (just a word of caution from someone who used to work for an eye dr). We saw SO many blinding injuries from bungee cords flying off one end. Always put hands on BOTH sides before loosening one end to keep the other from flying off.

[@tooljunkie555]

looks good April! got that done in no time

[@DisabusingTheLeft]

You are awesome April. LOVE YOUR VIDS!!!! You do a really great job.

[@IamKyuTee]

Looking for one that has hinged lift lid that opens on front side and the doors to remove on the back side. This way the side to remove the trash cans to put on curb are accessible outside the fenced yard but the hinge lid accessible from the yard. Or one with doors on front and back. Many I know want the later version especially for the elderly and disabled having easier access.

[@GrayHouseStudio]

What an awesome idea! I hate looking at the ugly trash cans along the fence in our backyard. We totally need to build one of these. Good work! :)

[@natebolton9385]

I really like this idea. We've been talking about doing something like this for ours.

[@dberry5543]

What a great job! That bin is too nice for garbage cans...........

[@wobu5361]

Omg love your doors with the barn style diagonal piece.

[@Mach34i]

April love it. Great energy. Great smile keep up the the great work.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!!

[@scotttatlock3188]

Great video. We need to build something like this, but for bike storage

[@michaelo3498]

April...... boy or girl, man or woman; you are absolutely impressive. Major respect.

[@toolify]

This was a great idea. I really like your design! I hope the grass wasn't hurt when you fell on it :)

[@KSFWG]

Good one, April! I bet Cody appreciates the light when he takes out the trash. :)

[@AprilWilkerson]

Haha, yes he does! He was actually the one that pointed out that it was too dark in the area. ; )

[@peterbonifacio3288]

This is a great project well explained and easy to build. Compliments!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you like it!

[@littlemissmakeup075]

I was thinking about putting a little hook so it hooks on the groove on the bin lid so when u open the lid it also opens the bin lid to take the bin out just turn the hook to unhook it and pull it out

[@alialg1621]

👍🏻100%

[@joeydesveaux9075]

you could add a string and a carabener attach from both lids so when you open the wooden lid the trach can lid opens up!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yep you could, but I really don't think it's needed. It's really simple to use as is.

[@wingsley]

My parents live with FOUR cats. They has SIX litter boxes. My father has been talking about making some kind of outdoor vessel so he could buy loads of sawdust to use instead of buying cat litter from the store. Your project may supply useful ideas for both recycling receptacles' storage and separately for cat-sawdust storage.

[@emrecenkers9721]

Hello, thank you for sharing all those useful videos. I see that you have neighbors living close to your house. Especially when you work with those loud machines, long hours outside, don't they complain about the noise ?

[@AprilWilkerson]

This video was several years ago when I lived in Ft Worth and I was careful with my hours because of the noise. Now, I live in rural Central Texas on acreage so it's not such an issue. Thanks for watching.

[@kjaston9922]

awsome the video. if u put some rope on to the bin. when u opon it. it will opon the bin lid as well.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Good idea, but I didn't want to mess with having to untie something when removing the bin completely.

[@queenofyeay]

I was thinking along the same lines; having something that lifts the lid. BUT instead of rope, a length of thin wire/cable with a hook with maybe a loop to catch it. Then you'd only have to slip the hook and maybe hook it out of the way. The details would have to be worked out but I think at some point not having to reach in to lift the lid will be key. ; )

[@kjaston9922]

Yes good idea

[@marie-dominiquedeshayes-ta42]

I've pierced my garbage lid with a metal piton. on the lid of the there is wood piton. and I linked the 2 pitons with a wire with a little snap hook... quite easy...

[@squalazzo]

even 2 neodymium magnets like the one you can find in every pc harddrive can do the job... if you remove the bin, the force would be enough to detach them, but normally they are very powerful and sure can do a stable link when you lift the top :)

[@Mienecus]

Simple but very adequate construction. I like this video 👍👍👍and every time a learn something. I have to grow my hair to stick my pencil and after a while my power tools 😂😂😂

[@jeffharmed1616]

Thanks for sharing. It definitely improves the looks and makes the bins critter-proof.

[@1pilotsteve]

Awsome job April....that is a great solution for trash bins...Cheers

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you : ) Cheers

[@skylareaker6699]

That looks cool

[@laurakampf]

very nice...love the shocks! great idea!

[@johnrgmcmenamin]

Great solution for holding the lid up!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks! I was really happy with it.

[@edgardolagera5523]

wow thanks for sharing this video.

[@BradleyMakesThings]

That came out really nice, April! I think I might have to make something like that. Not only to hide our garbage cans but to keep all the spiders and critters away haha.

[@BADD400]

Great job April.

[@cesarm.gonzalez2663]

what are the odds as soon as i vrab my phone to look for "part two of the shed build" i find out you just iploaded it!! thanks!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

; ) Good timing then

[@bransonhauntedhills]

I just showed this video to my daughter. We both thought it was very cool. She says she wishes she could build stuff like that. She also asked where you learned how to do all of that.

[@nordyfamily]

Great work, thanks for taking the time and sharing!!

[@leticiaramirez7668]

It looks beautiful, well done!!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!