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08th Sep 2022

6 Ways to Dispose of Your Old Mattress in the UK

It can be difficult to get rid of an old mattress, they're big, heavy and not always easily recycled.

But just because your mattress has seen better days doesn't mean you have to resort to burning it in the back garden.

There are plenty of ways to get rid of an old mattress without having to break a sweat (or your bank). Here are six of them.

Sell your mattress online

If your mattress is still in a good condition, you can try to sell it online.

This is a great way to get rid of an old mattress and make some extra money at the same time.

You could sell your mattress using Facebook marketplace or Gumtree. Here, local customers will collect, or you might deliver the mattress directly to them.

eBay is also good for getting your products in front of a larger audience, potentially allowing you to charge more.

However, as mattresses are large and heavy delivery may not be cheap, you could instead use collection only to avoid this.

When using different selling platforms, it’s important to check and be aware of any selling fees.

Give your mattress to charity

If your mattress is in a saleable condition, then another option is to donate it to charity.

Charities such as British Heart Foundation and Emmaus will collect your mattress for free, for sale in of their stores.

This not only keeps your mattress out of landfill, but also helps to raise funds for a good cause.

Take your mattress to a local tip

Your local tip may take your old mattress. However, some wont so it’s best to call or check online in advance.

Mattresses are difficult to recycle at then are made from a combination of different materials so it's likely that if taken to a tip it will end up in landfill.

Get your council to collect your mattress

If you're looking to get rid of an old mattress, your local council can provide a bulky waste collection service.

This might be a free or chargeable service dependant on your local council.

For example, North Lincolnshire council offer free collection of up to 3 bulky items once per year, but charge for additional collections and items.

In most cases, the council will collect the mattress within a few days of you making the request.

However, it's worth checking whether there are any restrictions in place before making your request.

In North Lincolnshire, mattresses are covered for bulky item collection, but other councils may differ.

Like the previous option, mattresses disposed of this way are likely to end up in landfill.

Have re-cycling company collect your mattress

If your mattress is too damaged for resale or donation, then the next best option may be to use a specialist recycling company.

Many of these companies will pick up your old mattress and recycle it for you.

While there is typically charge a small fee, it’s worth it knowing that your mattress will be reused or recycled instead of ending up in a landfill.

Get a retailer to dispose it for you

Many retailers will dispose your old mattress when you buy from them. However, there is usually a charge for this service.

Here at The Bed Shop & Sofa Superstore we offer this service and will take your old mattress away, when we deliver your new one for a charge, dependable on the size of your mattress.

You can contact our sales team for a price on 01724 866 649.

While there are a few different ways to get rid of an old mattress, the most environmentally friendly option is to recycle it.

However, this may not be the easiest or cheapest option, so it's important to weigh up all your choices before deciding what to do.

We hope this article has helped you decide about what to do with your old mattress and given you some ideas on how to go about it!

If you're looking for a new mattress, then browse our extensive selection today.

We offer a range of mattresses for all different budgets. From small single to super king, pocket spring and adjustable.

Find yours today online or in one of our 4 stores, located in Scunthorpe, Keighley, Bedale and Pontefract.

Established for more than 50 years, Kitchings Beds & Furniture Superstore is one of the most experienced furniture and bed shops in the local area. We are proud of the beds, mattresses, upholstery, dining, occasional and bedroom furniture we offer and everything is available in store so you can try before you buy.