Abstract: A collapsible covering for a bucket having a bucket opening and a bucket handle. The covering includes a lower portion configured to receive the bucket and an upper portion configured to fit over the bucket opening. The upper portion includes a releasable top flap providing access to the inside of the bucket. The lower portion and the upper portion are removable from the bucket and are made from a thermally insulating material.

Abstract: A collapsible bag support to improve collection and disposal of garbage in bags. In one embodiment, the bag support includes a tube or sleeve having a first end and a second end. The tube is configured to receive refuse through the first end and deliver the refuse through the second end. The tube is flexible, such that the tube may be placed in a collapsed position and a fully extended position. The bag support further includes a spring coil carried by the tube. The spring coil biases the tube to the fully extended position.