An old mattress: is it worth recycling and where to find it a new purpose

Every mattress, whatever the brand and however it is built, has a defined service life. On average that runs somewhere between 5 and 10 years, depending on the materials and the filling. Given how mattresses are used, once that period is up you need to work out what else it can be used for, or which disposal routes are open to you.

Where can you hand in an old mattress?There are plenty of companies working with recycled materials, so finding a suitable option is not hard. Hand a mattress in for recycling and you may be able to buy mattresses at a discount or qualify for other offers.

When to part with a mattress

It is time to get rid of an old mattress if:

• it has picked up an unpleasant smell (depending on the filling, a mattress can hold moisture, which creates ideal conditions for bacteria and mould);
• its structure is damaged (uneven loading or simple wear deforms the spring unit, and comfortable sleep goes with it);
• it is worn out (dips, ridges and other irregularities on the surface mean it needs replacing promptly).

One important point: even orthopedic mattressescan start ruining your sleep once their service life is over, bringing headaches, circulation problems and other unwelcome effects. With that in mind, it is worth investing in a new one.

How to hand a mattress in for recycling

Once you have settled the question of where to take an old mattress, it is worth checking the conditions for acceptance. Heavily soiled or wet items are not accepted, so dry the mattress thoroughly first. Deformed or half-gutted mattresses are turned away as well; in that case experts recommend a different disposal route.

The filling deserves separate attention. Feather beds and other products made from natural down are not suitable for recycling, because the material is difficult to reuse.

A visit to our mattress storewill introduce you to a broad range of sleep products to buy in place of the old ones. We value the trust our customers place in us and offer goods of guaranteed quality. Affordable prices and prompt delivery to every city in the country are two more reasons to shop with us.