Recycling Mattresses

Mattresses are something you’ll find in most homes. There’s a reason why many people only see and sleep on a few mattresses in their lives. For one, mattresses are an investment. Another factor is that mattresses are a large, bulky item. While you may not notice it while you’re sleeping and in the daily notions of life, you’ll definitely notice when it’s time to dispose of a mattress. There isn’t really a set guideline for when to get a new mattress, and the timing will change for everyone. Once you decide that you need a new mattress, do you know what your options are for disposing of it? First, let’s begin with some indicators that the time has come to dispose your current mattress.

Some common scenarios you may experience that signal it’s time for a new mattress are:

• You wake up feeling tired and/or achy on most days.
• Your mattress feels less than comfortable. Maybe it’s too hard, too lumpy, or too saggy.
• If you’re getting older and recognizing that your body is having new pains or having new trouble sleeping.
• If you’ve tried rotating your mattress (if it’s double-sided) and it doesn’t help.
• If you feel like you’re sinking in a hole shaped like your body every time you crawl into bed.

The Recycling Choice

So you’ve made up your mind. It’s time for a new mattress. What this also means is that it’s time for a plan to get rid of the old one. While it may be tempting to take your old mattress to the nearest landfill or leave it outside the dumpster in your neighborhood, did you know that mattresses are actually recyclable? In fact, over 80% of the materials in a mattress can be recycled but aren’t. The thing about recycling a mattress is that it takes time, knowledge, and correct equipment. You can’t throw it in the recycling dumpster and trust it’ll be handled.

At Gold Circuit E-Cycling, mattress recycling is one of our specialties. We are able to take mattresses and box springs and recycle the parts that can be recycled. Mattresses are layers and should be recycled just the same. Our team cuts mattresses open and separates into the various layers that go on to live out new purposes. The Polyurethane Foam and Grey Felt Blankets are used for later baling, the Metal springs are recycled into scrap steel, and the wood and mattress toppers are sent to wood/textile recyclers. Some wood is recycled and used as a fuel source. The foam padding can be used to make carpet underlayment or animal bed pads, amongst other things. We ensure that the process is handled from start to finish, completing all we’re able to in-house to make sure your disposal is environmentally-conscious and effective.

The Cost to Recycle Mattresses

Our price for each mattress and box spring is $20.00 per piece. Not only will this save you fees from going to the landfill, but you will also have peace of mind knowing that you are making a decision that is kind to the environment. You are helping 80% of the mattress go on to serve other purposes and get reused somewhere new. By recycling, you’re helping to aid in the conservation of resources.

As a note, please be advised that we can only accept mattresses that are clean, dry, and free from any insects, bedbugs, etc. We reserve the right to turn away any mattress we feel could be contaminated.

Making the Choice

Statistics show that on average, 50,000 mattresses end up in landfills every day. By choosing to take your old mattress to Gold Circuit E-Cycling for proper recycling, you can cut down that number and make a difference. We know disposing of a mattress isn’t fun, but we’re here to make it as easy as possible for you.

Have questions? Want to talk about how recycling your mattress is the best option for you? Give us a call today at 888-283-0007.