Disposing of wet and soiled diapers, in a hygienic way, is an important part of baby care and nursery hygiene. There are numerous types of diaper pails and diaper disposal systems on the market and the one you choose depends on your preferences, needs and budget. Some diaper pails require handling of the soiled, wet diaper which many parents think is not suitable. This is where the Diaper Dekor Plus diaper disposal system is a cut above many other styles.

The Dekor Plus features a foot pedal to open the pail, making it a hands-free operation. The "Plus" part of the name of this diaper disposal system refers to its size and the number of used diapers it will hold. Because it will hold up to 46 diapers, it will need fewer changes of the liner bag. This means that there will be smelly diapers contained inside the pail for quite a while before it is emptied, so the odor control of the unit needs to be very efficient. Reviewers of this model rate the odor-control factor of 4 stars out of a possible 5. Replacement liner bags are available for an added cost, with the recent release of biodegradable refill liners for those with concerns for the environment.

Considered by many as the simplest disposal system on the market, the Dekor Diaper Plus features a simple step and drop process that eliminates the need for touching the unit or pushing the soiled diaper down into the pail. This feature alone makes it a most attractive choice for many parents, especially fathers! You simply step on the foot pedal, drop in the diaper and walk away. The diaper slips easily through the flaps and the triple seals on the inside compartment help to prevent odors escaping into the room and also keep bacteria inside, making this diaper disposal system a hygienic option. Emptying the unit is also a simple procedure as the unit has a front opening door and a built in cutter; you simply open the door, twist the bag to close the top, cut it using the cutter attached to the door, tie off the top and dispose of the whole bag.

The Dekor Plus is made from durable plastic with a flip top lid. It is easy to wipe over to keep clean and sits easily against a wall. It is modern and sleek in design and white in color so that it will coordinate with any decorating style. It features rounded corners for safety and is reasonably toddler and pet proof.

Reviewers' comments on the Dekor Diaper Plus seem to range from 'wonderful and completely odor-free' to 'a great system but not as effective as others at containing odors'. Some reviewers stated that they could only smell the diaper pail when it was probably ready to be emptied. Any diaper disposal system should be emptied regularly to ensure an odor-free and hygienic nursery environment.

You will find the Dekor Diaper Plus Diaper Disposal System at most leading baby stores, department stores and online for around $40. The refill liners cost about $22 for a pack of three.