Wood Hamper: Acacia, Solid Wood and Bamboo

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Quick answer

Three wood hamper options are compared here by their listed size, and the sections below use each product’s own listing data. Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid lists 17.7″ L × 17.7″ W × 24.02″ H; Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper lists 20″ L × 13.25″ W × 24.75″ H; Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes lists 16.9″ L × 13″ W × 26″ H. By listed floor footprint, Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes is the smallest (1.53 sq ft) and Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid the largest (2.18 sq ft). Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 4, 2026; we have not tested these products. Recheck the selected variant and the current price on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid	17.7″ L × 17.7″ W × 24.02″ H	313.29 sq in (2.18 sq ft)	Largest
Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper	20″ L × 13.25″ W × 24.75″ H	265 sq in (1.84 sq ft)	Middle
Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes	16.9″ L × 13″ W × 26″ H	219.7 sq in (1.53 sq ft)	Smallest

1. Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid, Handles, Acacia Wood, Brown, 90L, 23.5 lb — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 17.7″ L × 17.7″ W × 24.02″ H; material Acacia Wood; color Brown.

The GREEN ALLUVIUM is a lidded laundry hamper made of solid acacia wood, listed at 17.7″ L × 17.7″ W × 24.02″ H with a 90 liter capacity. The square base works out to about 2.18 sq ft (17.7 × 17.7 ÷ 144). The title gives the weight as 23.5 lb. The listing says the slatted sides let air through, a gas piston hinge holds the lid open while you load it, and the weighted lid closes on its own. It has a rope handle on the lid and a waterproof polyester liner that attaches with Velcro and is machine washable on a gentle cycle. Assembly uses an included hex wrench, with a tip to pre-drill the holes.

Pros

• Lid has a gas piston hinge that holds it open, and the weighted lid closes on its own
• Removable waterproof polyester liner, machine washable on gentle, so laundry can be carried to the washer
• Listing says solid acacia wood, not particle board or MDF, with slatted sides for airflow

Cons

• Largest footprint of the three at about 2.18 sq ft, so it needs a real corner
• Heaviest at 23.5 lb, per the title, which makes it harder to move
• Assembly needs a hex wrench and the listing advises pre-drilling, which adds a step

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want real hardwood with a self-closing lid and a washable liner, and you have a square corner to spare. Skip it if floor space is tight or you move the hamper often.

2. Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper 24.75 in high x 20 in Wide x 13.25 in deep, Brown — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 20″ L × 13.25″ W × 24.75″ H; item weight 17 pounds; material Wood; color Brown.

The Oceanstar is a solid wood hamper from the Spa line, in Brown, listed at 20″ L × 13.25″ W × 24.75″ H. The title gives 20 in wide by 13.25 in deep, and the footprint is about 1.84 sq ft (20 × 13.25 ÷ 144). The spec table gives a capacity of 107.48 liters, the highest of the three, and a weight of 17 pounds. It has hand grips on both sides and a lid that stays open. The slatted design allows air to pass. One thing does not add up: the shape is listed as Round, but the dimensions describe a rectangle. The listing text does not mention a liner.

Pros

• Highest capacity of the three, 107.48 liters
• Hand grips on both sides and a lid that stays open on its own
• Weighs 17 pounds and lists a slatted design for air passage

Cons

• The shape is listed as Round while the dimensions describe a 20 × 13.25 inch rectangle, so check the real shape
• No liner or bag is mentioned in the listing, so clothes sit against the slats
• Only four short bullets, so there is little detail on the wood type, finish or hardware

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want the largest listed capacity in a narrow footprint and a classic look. Skip it if you need a liner or confirmed round or rectangular shape.

3. Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes Laundry Hamper Clothes Storage — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 16.9″ L × 13″ W × 26″ H; item weight 9.3 pounds; material Bamboo; color Natural.

The PULIJIAJU is a bamboo laundry hamper in Natural, listed at 16.9″ L × 13″ W × 26″ H with an 85 liter capacity. It has the smallest footprint of the three, about 1.53 sq ft (16.9 × 13 ÷ 144), and weighs 9.3 pounds, the lightest here. Universal wheels on the bottom let you roll it to the laundry room, and a white fabric inner bag detaches for washing. The listing says bamboo has a certain moisture resistance and suits humid rooms such as bathrooms. The bullets do not mention a lid, and illustrated instructions and hardware are included.

Pros

• Smallest footprint at about 1.53 sq ft (16.9 × 13 ÷ 144), and the lightest at 9.3 pounds
• Wheels on the bottom, plus a detachable white fabric liner
• Listing says bamboo suits humid rooms like bathrooms and laundry rooms

Cons

• Lowest capacity of the three at 85 liters, against 107.48 for the Oceanstar
• No lid is mentioned in the bullets, so contents may be visible
• Bamboo, not hardwood, and the moisture claim is stated loosely as ‘a certain moisture resistance’

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want a light bamboo hamper on wheels for a bathroom or narrow spot. Skip it if you want a lid or the most capacity.

What to check before buying wood hamper

Start with capacity, since a hamper is a volume problem. The listed numbers are 85 liters (PULIJIAJU), 90 liters (GREEN ALLUVIUM) and 107.48 liters (Oceanstar). The GREEN ALLUVIUM listing says 90 liters holds approximately three full laundry loads, so a household that washes weekly can use that as a rough guide.

Second, footprint and shape. The PULIJIAJU is about 1.53 sq ft (16.9 × 13 ÷ 144), the Oceanstar is about 1.84 sq ft (20 × 13.25 ÷ 144) and the GREEN ALLUVIUM is about 2.18 sq ft (17.7 × 17.7 ÷ 144). A narrow rectangle fits beside a vanity better than a square. The Oceanstar listing calls its shape Round while giving rectangular dimensions, so confirm that on the current listing.

Third, wood type. The GREEN ALLUVIUM is acacia wood, the Oceanstar is listed as wood, and the PULIJIAJU is bamboo. Only the listing for the first says solid wood rather than a composite. Slatted sides help air pass, but they also let small items slip through gaps, so a liner matters.

Fourth, liner and lid. The GREEN ALLUVIUM has a Velcro waterproof liner and a lid with a gas piston hinge. The PULIJIAJU has a detachable fabric liner but no lid in its bullets. The Oceanstar has a lid that stays open but no liner mentioned.

Fifth, mobility. The PULIJIAJU is 9.3 pounds and on wheels, the Oceanstar is 17 pounds with hand grips, and the GREEN ALLUVIUM is 23.5 lb with a rope handle on the lid. If you carry laundry up and down stairs, weight and a lift-out liner decide the day.

Finally, humidity. Wood in a bathroom can swell. The PULIJIAJU listing makes a moisture claim for bamboo, while none of the listings for the other two does.

A simple rule: for capacity choose the Oceanstar, for a washable liner and a soft-closing lid choose the GREEN ALLUVIUM, and for a light, narrow hamper on wheels choose the PULIJIAJU.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 36 inches of clear wall.

• Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid: 36 − 17.7 = 18.3 inches spare; centred, 9.15 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper: 36 − 13.25 = 22.75 inches spare; centred, 11.38 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes: 36 − 13 = 23 inches spare; centred, 11.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid: 36 + 17.7 = 53.7 inches of total path width.
• Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper: 36 + 20 = 56 inches of total path width.
• Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes: 36 + 16.9 = 52.9 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid: 17.7 × 17.7 = 313.29 sq in, or 2.18 sq ft.
• Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper: 20 × 13.25 = 265 sq in, or 1.84 sq ft.
• Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes: 16.9 × 13 = 219.7 sq in, or 1.53 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Buying by capacity alone. The Oceanstar is largest at 107.48 liters but lists no liner, and the PULIJIAJU lists no lid. Check what each one includes.
• Ignoring the shape. The Oceanstar spec table says Round, but its dimensions describe a 20 × 13.25 inch rectangle. Verify the shape for your corner.
• Putting a wood hamper in a wet bathroom. Only the PULIJIAJU listing makes a moisture claim, and it is worded loosely. Keep wood away from direct splashes.
• Skipping the liner. Slatted sides let small items and lint through. The GREEN ALLUVIUM and PULIJIAJU list a removable liner, and the Oceanstar does not.

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Frequently asked questions

How big a wood hamper do I need?

The listings here range from 85 to 107.48 liters. The GREEN ALLUVIUM listing says its 90 liters holds approximately three full laundry loads. A single person can use less, while a family may want the larger capacity.

Do wood hampers need a liner?

A liner is useful because slatted sides let small items and lint through. The GREEN ALLUVIUM has a waterproof Velcro liner and the PULIJIAJU has a detachable fabric bag. The Oceanstar listing does not mention a liner.

Is a bamboo hamper the same as a wood hamper?

Not quite. Bamboo is a grass, and the PULIJIAJU is listed as bamboo, while the GREEN ALLUVIUM is acacia wood and the Oceanstar is listed as wood. The PULIJIAJU listing says bamboo suits humid rooms, but the claim is loosely worded.

Which wood hamper is easiest to move?

The PULIJIAJU, at 9.3 pounds with wheels. The Oceanstar is 17 pounds with hand grips on both sides. The GREEN ALLUVIUM is 23.5 lb per its title, with a rope handle on the lid and a liner you can lift out.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for Laundry Hamper & Basket with Lid, Handles, Acacia Wood, Brown, 90L, 23.5 lb
• Amazon listing for Oceanstar Solid Wood Spa Laundry Hamper 24.75 in high x 20 in Wide x 13.25 in deep, Brown
• Amazon listing for Laundry Hamper bamboo wood Laundry Clothes Laundry Hamper Clothes Storage

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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