You can leave the lid on. Just drop and go!Smartly designed, there's no need to remove the lid when placing ready-to-wash items inside as the bin features a clever Quick-Drop opening. Yet, it holds the lid while you take out the laundry. Features Lid keeps contents discreetly from view No need to remove the lid for small laundry items - Quick-drop opening Laundry to go - laundry bag makes it easy to carry the laundry to the washing machine Easy to use - perfect fit, removable laundry bag with smart velcro closing Plastic protective bottom ring - prevents damage to the floor Ventilation holes - allows the laundry to breath Made of durable corrosion resistant materials, ideal for the bathroom. Made in Belgium Cradle to Cradle Certified - Bronze level Warranty Period 10 Years