More than 50,000 mattresses get tossed in the U.S. every day, eating landfill space that could fit whole neighborhoods.(Mattress Recycling Council) That stacks up to roughly 18–20 million beds a year.(eany.org) The good news? Up to 75 % of every mattress is recyclable, turning coils into rebar and foam into carpet pad.(Naturepedic) States like Connecticut already prove the payoff—its “Bye Bye Mattress” program has recycled 29,000 tons of material and saves cities $3.25 million a year.(Mattress Recycling Council)
mattress disposal guide – recycle your bed fast
why mattress disposal matters
- Mattresses hog space and never squish down.
- Landfills charge cities big money to bury them.
- Recycling keeps metal, wood, and foam in use—not waste.
nationwide ways to get rid of a mattress
curbside bulk pickup
Some cities still run set‑day pickups. Austin moved to on‑demand curbside requests—three free bookings a year.(Austin Texas)
recycle programs
Four states run statewide take‑back laws; hundreds of private recyclers serve the rest.
donation (spotless beds only)
- Salvation Army accepts clean, label‑intact mattresses in select areas—call 1‑800‑SA‑TRUCK first. Many branches list mattresses on their “no‑thank‑you” list.(satruck.org)
- Goodwill does not take mattresses nationwide.(Tom’s Guide)
- Charities often reject older beds for safety.(Real Simple)
what not to do
Burning household waste—mattresses included—is banned under Texas outdoor‑burn rules and similar laws elsewhere.(tceq.texas.gov)
ex‑mattress pickup service
| service | pickup fee | time‑window |
|---|---|---|
| Full‑service (inside) | $85 | 2‑hr |
| Contactless (outside) | $55 | 4‑hr |
Per‑item fees: $50 mattress • $35 box spring • $35 bed frame • $20 topper.
Add optional Fresh Start deep‑clean at checkout. Same‑day or next‑day slots appear in your dashboard.
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where your mattress goes
- take apart – workers pull coils, foam, fiber, wood.
- reuse – steel heads to re‑bar, foam to carpet pad.(Naturepedic)
- rehome – good beds get cleaned and shipped to families in TX & MX.
faqs
how do i throw away a mattress?
Use city bulk pickup, a recycler, donation if spotless, or Ex‑Mattress curbside.(Product Stewardship Institute)
can i donate a stained bed?
No. Charities and recyclers refuse ripped or stained beds.(Real Simple)
is mattress recycling free?
Some states charge a small fee on new sales; private sites set their own rates.(Minnesota Legislative Reference Library)
wrap‑up
Old bed, new life—keep 75 % of its parts in use and save cash, time, and the planet.
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