Size against size
8 yard builders skip vs 12 yard skip
The 12 yard skip holds 3.1 cubic metres more and takes about 40 more bin bags.
Key differences
- Volume: the 12 yard skip holds 3.1 cubic metres more.
- Bin bags: the 12 yard skip takes about 40 more bin bags.
- Height: the 12 yard skip is 31cm (1ft) taller.
- Length: the 12 yard skip is 61cm (2ft) longer.
| 8 yard builders skip | 12 yard skip | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | 8 cubic yards (6.1 cubic metres) | 12 cubic yards (9.2 cubic metres) |
| Length | 11ft (3.35m) | 13ft (3.96m) |
| Width | 7ft (2.13m) | 7ft (2.13m) |
| Height | 5ft (1.52m) | 6ft (1.83m) |
| Bin bags | about 80 | about 120 |
| Heavy waste | Mixed loads | Light waste only |
Sources: ISM Waste & Recycling. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the 8 yard builders skip if...
The standard builders skip and the most popular size in the UK. It takes the waste from a house clearance, a loft conversion or a full renovation. Keep heavy waste to a part load - most operators will not take one full to the top with soil.
8 yard builders skip in full →Pick the 12 yard skip if...
A commercial size for shop fits, office strip-outs and big house clearances with little heavy waste. Usually needs private land rather than a road permit.
12 yard skip in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a 8 yard builders skip and a 12 yard skip?
The 12 yard skip holds 3.1 cubic metres more and takes about 40 more bin bags.
What fits in a 8 yard builders skip?
The standard builders skip and the most popular size in the UK. It takes the waste from a house clearance, a loft conversion or a full renovation. Keep heavy waste to a part load - most operators will not take one full to the top with soil.
What fits in a 12 yard skip?
A commercial size for shop fits, office strip-outs and big house clearances with little heavy waste. Usually needs private land rather than a road permit.