A new mattress may be just what the doctor ordered to improve sleep and overall health. But it leaves you with a perplexing challenge. What to do with your old mattress?
It’s estimated that about 20 million mattresses end up in landfills each year, with serious consequences for the environment. Yet because of their bulk, they are difficult to recycle.
So what to do?
Here are a few ideas.
Donate to an organization like Habitat for Humanity or Goodwill. They may even be able to come pick up the mattress for you.
Recycle. Most mattresses can be broken down and taken to your local recycling center.
Use Bye Bye Mattress. This is a free program which allows you to drop off your old mattress at one of their collection sites.
Hire a Junk Hauling Service. Give us a call at Junkco of Albuquerque and we’ll be happy to schedule a time to come pick up your mattress.
Ask Your Mattress Store. Some mattress stores will agree to haul away your old mattress if you buy a new mattress from them.
Contact a Charity Organization. Reach out to the Salvation Army, Donation Town or The Arc. These are just a few of the organizations that may be interested in a used mattress.
Give It Away. Share on social media or spread the news by word of mouth that your old mattress is looking for a home.
Reach Out To Local Businesses. Reach out to local hotels or universities to find out if they might be interested in the donation of a mattress.
Recycle It Yourself. If your local recycling facility won’t accept your mattress in its entirety, you can break it down into smaller parts.
Upcycle. Visit Pinterest for ideas on how to repurpose part of your old mattress for wine racks or insulation.
Throw It Out If You Need To. If you’re not able to find any other place that will take your old mattress, you may need to throw it out. Research city and state ordinances to ensure you adhere to any restrictions regarding the disposal of mattresses.
Hopefully, one of the above suggestions will allow you to enjoy your brand new mattress without any stress about the old one. If not, feel free to reach out to Junkco of Albuquerque for help.