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Do i need a special trash can for diapers?
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Not unless...: ...They are particularly stinky, in which case there are special cans that seal after every "deposit".
Answered 12/8/2014
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No: Most people use a diaper pail but you can throw them in any trash can. Oder may be an issue which is why most people use a diaper pail.
Answered 8/25/2013
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