Are you looking for new bedroom furniture but not sure what to do with your mattress or box spring? Don’t worry; you can choose to get rid of your old bed – we’ve listed the options for you.
Whether your mattress is worn out or you’re just looking to upgrade, it’s important to know how to upgrade Appropriately Treat your mattress.
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How to dispose of a mattress
There are several approved ways to dispose of a mattress, starting with throwing it away with the trash, but there are also specific ways to dispose of it without violating local disposal regulations.
Throw your mattress away with the trash
In some cities, such as New York, you can dispose of a mattress or box spring with your trash, but it must be sealed in a plastic bag of any color except red or orange. If you don’t seal your mattress, it won’t be picked up. However, you must check your local health department’s website for area-specific guidelines on how to dispose of your mattress. For our US readers, please click here to find the contact point in your state who will answer all your questions about mattress disposal and how to dispose of it correctly.
Donate your mattress
The lifespan of a mattress depends on the fabric and can last up to 10 years, so if you throw away your mattress before then, it may still have some life left in it that makes it worth donating. Charities accepting mattress donations include the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity Restore (which ensures the location accepts mattresses) and the American Furniture Bank Association. You can also check out churches and charities near you.
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Recycle
Recycling isn’t just a trend, it’s much easier than you think. You can recycle your old mattress by contacting a mattress recycling company that serves your area. Some notable ones are “A Bedder World” and “Bye-Bye Mattress”.
(Try contacting the furniture manufacturer; if you buy a new mattress from them, they may recycle the mattress for you.)
resale
Spending a little more never hurt anyone, so if your mattress is in good condition, why not resell it? You can use platforms like Facebook Marketplace or post ads on your social media accounts, which may attract followers interested in buying a new mattress from you. (People do this all the time, so don’t think you’re alone.)
reuse
You can get creative with old parts of your mattress and turn them into something new. Use foam as extra padding for items like rugs and pet beds; use wood to create some kind of box or bin to store things; use springs and screws to create trinkets.
