Product code: ESC-LAUREL-HARDY
A massive concrete litter bin with ashtray, formed by two cylinders of different diameters.
Laurel & Hardy, designed by Miguel Milà with his son Gonzalo Milà, combines a litter bin and an ashtray in two cylinders of different radii. The name nods to the famous comedy duo: the slim cylinder is the ashtray (Laurel), the wider one the bin (Hardy). Both have a generous capacity and suit high-traffic areas indoors and outdoors.
| Material | moulded concrete; cast aluminium lid and accessories; A2–A4 stainless steel screws |
| Surface and finish | etched, waterproofed concrete in colours from the standard Escofet colour chart; lid painted in textured black forge or Cor-ten effect with C5 anti-corrosion protection |
| Dimensions | 65 × 48 × 96 cm (Laurel & Hardy); Ø48 × 89 cm (Hardy) |
| Capacity | 70 l |
| Weight | 240 kg / 210 kg |
| Installation | fixed to the paving with screws; Hardy can also be free-standing; the cylinders are joined by two threaded pins |
| Designer | Miguel Milà and Gonzalo Milà (2008) |
| Manufacturer | Escofet (Barcelona, Spain) |
Squares, pedestrian streets, shopping centre and office approaches, parks and other busy areas.
The bin bag is held by a stainless steel ring, and the ashtray container is removable and empties straight into the bin – making daily maintenance easy.
Usually not. Concrete waste bins weigh more than a hundred kilograms, so neither wind nor passers-by can move them. A level, firm base is enough – paving blocks, concrete or compacted gravel. You will find the exact weight of each model in the product's technical data.
Waste falls into a removable galvanised sheet bucket or insert. You pull it out, empty it and put it back, without having to lift the concrete body itself. Models with a lockable roof or door are opened with a key, so unauthorised people cannot reach the bucket.
The capacity depends on how many people pass by and how often the bin is emptied. We offer models from compact ones suitable for a courtyard or terrace to large bins for squares and event venues. Product descriptions often state the capacity both with and without the bucket – calculate based on the one you will use.
A stone chip finish gives a natural stone texture, shows less dirt and goes well with paving blocks and granite. Smooth architectural concrete looks more understated and suits modern buildings and squares with smooth concrete benches. Choose according to the surrounding surfacing and other street furniture elements.
Yes, for many models you can choose a stone chip finish in different shades so that the waste bin matches the paving or façade. The metal roof is powder-coated, for some models in the RAL palette. Check the available shades when ordering.
A roof is useful in open areas: rain and snow do not get into the bucket, so waste does not get wet and smells less. An ashtray is useful near entrances, bus stops and smoking areas – cigarette butts do not end up scattered around. A lockable roof additionally protects the contents where the site is unsupervised at night.
Concrete needs no painting – it is enough to wash the surface occasionally with water and a brush. Wash the bucket regularly, especially in the warm season, to prevent odours. In winter, make sure water does not collect inside the bin.
Yes, we deliver and install throughout Lithuania – contact us on +370 652 32015, info@viskasmiestui.lt. Due to their heavy weight, concrete products are delivered and unloaded with lifting equipment, so plan access to the installation site in advance.