🗑️ Copper Trash Can
The Copper Trash Can is the first upgrade to the default Trash Can in Stardew Valley. It is obtained by bringing 5 Copper Bars and 1,000g to Clint at the Blacksmith. This upgrade allows the player to reclaim 15% of the base value of any item discarded in the Trash Can.
⚒️ Uses
The Copper Trash Can improves upon the basic Trash Can by offering partial refunds:
- Deletes unwanted items from the inventory
- Refunds 15% of the item’s base gold value
- Usable even while Clint is upgrading it
- Useful for salvaging some profit from items you cannot sell
🔼 Upgrade Details
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bars | 5 Copper Bars |
| Cost | 1,000g |
| Time | 2 days at the Blacksmith |
| Result | Refunds 15% of trashed item’s value |
💡 Tips & Strategies
- Best used early in the game when inventory space is limited
- Refund value applies only to the item’s base price, not bonuses
- Upgrade further to increase the gold percentage returned
- Consider upgrading when you have spare Copper Bars and gold