Skip Sizes — Dimensions in Feet & Metres, Capacity & Which to Choose
Every skip we supply, from a 2 yard mini to a 40 yard roll-on/off. Compare dimensions in feet and metres, how much each holds, and what they're best suited to.
Picking the right size matters for cost as much as convenience. Too small and you'll need a second skip; too large and you're paying for space you can't legally fill — heavy waste like soil and rubble is limited by weight, not volume. Click any size for full details.
Compare every size
| Size | Also called | Dimensions (ft / m) | Bin bags | Max load | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Yard Skip | Mini skip | 5ft × 4ft × 3ft1.5m × 1.2m × 0.9m | around 20 | Up to ~2 tonnes | Small garden clearances, Bathroom strip-outs |
| 4 Yard Skip | Midi skip | 7ft × 5ft × 3ft2.1m × 1.5m × 0.9m | around 40 | Up to ~3 tonnes | Kitchen and bathroom refits, Small renovation projects |
| 6 Yard Skip | Builders skip | 10ft × 5ft × 4ft3.0m × 1.5m × 1.2m | around 60 | Up to ~5 tonnes | Renovations and refurbishments, Soil, rubble and hardcore |
| 8 Yard Skip | Builders skip | 12ft × 6ft × 4ft 6in3.6m × 1.8m × 1.4m | around 80 | Up to ~8 tonnes | Larger building projects, Heavier construction waste |
| 12 Yard Skip | Maxi skip | 13ft × 6ft 6in × 5ft 6in4.0m × 2.0m × 1.7m | around 120 | Light waste only | Bulky, lightweight waste, Shop and office strip-outs |
| 20 Yard Skip | Roll-on/off (RoRo) | Typically around 20ft longRoll-on/off — dimensions vary by supplier | around 200 | Light waste only | Construction and demolition sites, Ongoing commercial waste |
| 40 Yard Skip | Roll-on/off (RoRo) | Typically around 40ft longRoll-on/off — dimensions vary by supplier | 400+ | Light waste only | Major construction projects, Factories and industrial sites |
Which size do I need?
- Small clear-out or garden tidy — 2 or 4 yard
- Kitchen or bathroom refit — 4 or 6 yard
- Renovation, soil or rubble — 6 or 8 yard (the most popular choice)
- Bulky but light waste, strip-outs — 12 yard
- Construction sites, ongoing commercial waste — 20 or 40 yard RoRo
Weight, not space, is the real limit. An 8 yard skip is the practical maximum for a full load of soil, rubble or hardcore. Anything larger has to be mixed with lighter material, or moved by grab lorry.
What can't go in a skip
Whatever size you choose, some materials are banned or must be kept separate — fridges, electricals, tyres, plasterboard, asbestos, chemicals, mattresses and upholstered furniture. Read the full guide to what can and can't go in a skip.
Common questions
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Not sure which size you need?
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