Alubert on a slope: three 1-bin garbage bin boxes for 240-litre bins in anthracite, set up in steps
Three Alubert 1-bin boxes stepped down a slope: keeping three 240-litre bins level
On this sloping paved driveway, three 240-litre bins are housed in three separate Alubert 1-bin garbage bin boxes made of aluminium in anthracite RAL 7016. Important: this is not a continuous 3-bin box. Each box stands on its own, and because the paving falls away noticeably to the side, each box sits one step lower than its neighbour. From the front, the row still looks calm and tidy.
Why there are three 1-bin boxes here and not a 3-bin box
A multi-bin box like the Alubert 3-bin is a single connected unit with a continuous top and bottom edge. It only compensates for a slope with its height-adjustable feet, so only as far as the adjustment range on the product page allows. Across the width of three compartments, a slope quickly adds up to a height difference greater than this range. That is exactly the case on this driveway: a continuous 3-bin box could not be levelled here.
The solution is individual modules. You level each 1-bin box with its own feet, and the steps between the boxes take up the remaining height difference. That way every lid closes properly and every door runs smoothly. For three bins in this situation, you therefore order the Alubert 1-bin three times.
As a rule of thumb:
If the height difference across the full length of the box stays within the adjustment range of the feet stated on the product page, a continuous multi-bin box (2, 3 or 4 bins) works.
If the height difference is greater than this adjustment range, place several individual modules (1-bin or 2-bin) next to each other in steps.
Before ordering, measure the height difference between the left and right end of the spot and compare it with the adjustment range on the product page.
Who is this solution for?
Driveways and yards with a clear slope towards the street or the drain
Sloping access paths at semi-detached and terraced houses
Households with three 240-litre bins (for example general waste, organic, paper) whose spot is too steep for a continuous box
The Alubert is made of powder-coated aluminium combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel (A2) and galvanised steel. Aluminium does not rust and withstands sun, rain and frost for the long term. Anthracite RAL 7016 is the standard colour of the Alubert and therefore the most affordable option; black (RAL 9005) and grey aluminium (RAL 9007) are also available. More in the aluminium category.
Sloped lid: water runs off by itself
The lid of every Alubert is sloped so that rain, meltwater and leaves run off instead of collecting on top. On a sloping spot in particular, you do not want standing water on the box. The doors at the front let you pull the bins out easily, and the horizontal ventilation slots keep the air moving.
Space and ground: what to check before setting up
Width: according to the product page, an Alubert 1-bin is 69.8 cm wide and 80 cm deep, so three side by side need a little over 2.1 m. Allow space at the front for the doors to swing open.
Ground: firm surfaces such as paving or concrete slabs. Soil, gravel or chippings are not recommended according to the product page.
Levelling: level each box individually with its feet, shortening them uphill and extending them downhill.
Steps: the boxes step down in the direction of the slope. Each box stands on its own and does not need to be at the same height as its neighbour.
Conclusion: three single boxes instead of a 3-bin box when the slope is steep
On a clear slope, three Alubert 1-bin boxes are the right choice: every box stands level, the lids close properly, and the front looks tidy despite the steps. If your spot is only slightly inclined and the height difference stays within the adjustment range on the product page, a continuous Alubert 3-bin is also fine. More models in the overview of high-quality garbage bin boxes.
FAQ: setting up the Alubert on a slope
Which boxes are shown in these photos?
Three separate Alubert 1-bin boxes for 240-litre bins in anthracite, placed side by side in steps. It is not a continuous 3-bin box.
Why does a continuous Alubert 3-bin not work here?
A 3-bin box only compensates for a slope with its feet, so only up to the adjustment range on the product page. On this driveway the height difference across the full width is greater, so individual modules set in steps are needed.
When is a continuous 3-bin box enough?
When the height difference across the full width of the box stays within the adjustment range of the feet stated on the product page. Measure the height difference between the left and right end of the spot.
Does a 240-litre bin fit in the Alubert 1-bin?
Yes. According to the product page, the Alubert is suitable for bins from 60 to 240 litres.
What is the Alubert made of?
Powder-coated aluminium combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel (A2) and galvanised steel. Aluminium does not rust and is weather-resistant.
