Two large rubbermaid containers work for me.

rubbermaid trash bins. i like their round shape. the rectangle bins bow out and aren't as strong.

as for preparation I just rinse them thoroughly with hot tap water. I'm afraid of adding any bleach or such to clean them.

When first got new, washed with a scrub brush and a little bleach. Since then just rinse with tap water.

i just use one of those 5-gallon jugs for drinking water

What does one of those babies sell for?

rubbermaid "Brute" 44 Gallon Garbage can. I think that is as durable a garbage can can get.

i paid $230 for it but they also make a 55g model and a 200g model.

Rubbermaid makes a 120 liter trash can with wheels; makes it easy to move around. Can find them at Can. Tire or Wal-Mart

Rubbermaid "Brute" trashcans are awesome. They come in different sizes up to ~55 gallons and are very solidly built - well worth the extra $ over the flimsier standard plastic cans/tubs.

Were would you get one of those?

Cheers,
Vic [veng68]