5 Best Ways to Dispose of Your Mattress – Waste Collectors

Check for mattress warranty every time before you dump your mattress. Usually, if it’s still valid, you can get a replacement from the retailer you bought it from.

It’s not a good idea to throw your mattress into the bin; there are a number of environmentally sound ways to dispose of old mattresses.

Donating Your Mattress to Those in Need

If you’re in the market for a new mattress, one great option is to give it away to people in need. If your mattress isn’t too badly destroyed, consider donating it to a local shelter or a charitable organisation. By doing this, not only would you be helping someone in need, but you would also be helping to prevent it from ending up in landfill waste.

If you’re not looking to donate one or two mattresses, consider donating to a charity you support. The charity should have the policy and proper means to accept a mattress donation.

These organisations often provide free collection services for your mattress, but they may ask you to show photos of it to verify its condition. A mattress donated to any charity must be clean and in working order, and the fire safety label will still need to be attached.

Retailer Take-Back Programs

Most retailers allow you to remove your old mattress when you buy a new one. They will take your old mattress away for you for an extra charge when you buy it from them. But this service is only available if you buy your new mattress at the same time.

Transporting Your Mattress to a Recycling Centre

If your retailer doesn’t offer a pickup service, your mattress can’t be re-used, then you may decide to take your mattress to your local household waste recycling centre.

This isn’t a popular way to get rid of a mattress as it’s usually the most expensive other than donation, but this is a very cost-effective (most recycling centres don’t charge for dropping off a mattress) way to get rid of it. But it’ll have to be arranged for transportation.

Generally speaking, it won’t fit into your vehicle and can’t be rolled up unless it is a small minivan. Yet, if you live in a more rural area, there might not be any recycling centres that are that close, and it might require a journey that is too deep.

Council Bulky Waste Collection Services

In addition, many local councils arrange a collection service for bulky household items that are too large for your regular wheelie bin. Your council’s website details pricing and any other specific conditions you may need to know.

Fees can run from free to over £50-£70, and we usually find that the average cost is around £30 to £40 and sometimes more. The downside to using the council service over a private collection is the long waiting times, often over a few weeks. Council collectors are usually only allowed to remove items outside of your property.

Contact Your Local Waste Collectors

As a matter of urgency, contact your local waste management service to help dispose of your mattress. This means quick collection and disposal services without waiting for next-day pickups. Did you know that we are a licenced waste carrier? So you know your mattress is in safe hands, and we are quicker than the council’s bulky waste service.

Here’s another advantage of hiring our waste collectors’ team—our team can pick up the mattress directly from within your home, thus taking away the mattress and any other unwanted items being placed at the same time.

How Long Should You Spend On Your Mattress?

On average, a mattress lasts 6 to 15 years, with a typical range of 8 to 10 years. However, its lifespan can be influenced by various factors, including:

• Quality: The initial workmanship given on the mattress, which material was used, and craft overall.
• Usage: The weight and sleeping habits of those who use the mattress, as well as the frequency with which the mattress is used, also play a part.
• Care: Clean and maintain the mattress and use a mattress protector to protect it from spills and allergens.
• Type: Latex foam mattresses can last longer, sometimes up to 15 years, than the average different mattress.

For longer life, turn and rotate your mattress according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. A mattress protector will also safeguard against dust mites and keep the mattress clean.

Final Discussion

Properly storing your mattress contributes to environmental sustainability and helps your community. Whether you donate, recycle, or utilise your local waste services, you can give your mattress a second life or ensure it’s disposed of properly. Look at these methods to experiment with, find the best fit for you, and positively impact your team.