At Skip It, our mission is to make London cleaner and greener. We aim to recycle over 92% of the waste we handle. Additionally, we provide advice and guidance on responsible waste disposal.
In this article, we look at the question: ‘How to dispose of a mattress responsibly?’
How to Dispose of a Mattress Responsibly?
The two most common methods for disposing of a mattress are reuse and recycling. Several options are available for each, depending on your needs.
Consider cost and convenience. Donating your mattress for reuse will often mean that whoever you choose to give it to will collect it from you and won’t charge. This could, however, end up being a drawn-out process and mean you’ll be stuck with it for days or weeks waiting for their collection, or you might just have to stay home waiting for them to arrive at a time that suits them.
Alternatively, you can recycle your mattress with the help of a professional waste removal company in Epsom . In many cases, we can be at your property to collect the mattress within an hour, or alternatively, you can book a handy 2-hour time slot that suits you.
What’s more, with Skip It’s commitment to recycling everything possible, you can rest assured that you’re making the responsible decision in disposing of your old mattress.
How to Recycle Mattress?
If you have a large enough vehicle and can lift and move the mattress yourself, taking it to a local recycling centre is a responsible option. Use Recycle Now’s search tool to find your nearest centre.
Alternatively, some local councils will offer a collection service for bulky furniture. Try visiting their website or giving them a call to find out more.
If you haven’t bought your new mattress yet, remember to check with the shop you’re buying it from whether they’re able to take the old one away when they deliver the new one. Be aware that most retailers are likely to charge you for this service.
An environmentally friendly waste company that is accredited by the Environment Agency, such as Skip It London, can help you to dispose of mattresses in a responsible way. At Skip It, we go the extra mile to recycle everything we can in order to substantially reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill unnecessarily
With our wait & load service, you’ll only pay for what we take. We have one of the fastest turnaround times in the industry and can be at your door within an hour, or offer you a convenient 2-hour collection window.
How to Donate Mattress?
If your mattress is still in a useable condition, donating it to someone in need is a responsible way of disposing of it.
Many charities offer a free collection service. Larger charities will usually accept online bookings and will display a full list of the items they can take on their website. If you’re not sure, you could always call them to find out.
In the case that a charity shop is unable to resell your mattress, they will aim to dispose of it in another responsible way. Charities can often make money from passing items on to other organisations that can reuse or recycle them, so your donation will still make a difference.
Alternatively, websites such as Freecycle and Freegle allow you to pass your items on directly to other people. Make sure to specify in the advert whether or not you can offer delivery.
How to Sell Mattress?
If you’re interested in making some money from your old mattress, consider advertising it for sale on a second-hand website like Gumtree or Preloved.
If that doesn’t work or you don’t have the time to handle multiple enquiries, ask around to find it out if anyone you know, or anyone your friends and family knows, is looking for a cheaper option.
Looking for the most straightforward way to dispose of a mattress responsible? Give Skip It a call, and we’ll take care of it for you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to dispose of a mattress for free in the UK?
Take it to your local recycling centre or use platforms like skip it to give it away.
Can I take a mattress to the tip in the UK?
Yes, you can take it to your local household waste recycling centre.
How to discard an old mattress?
Options include taking it to a recycling centre, using your council’s bulky waste collection service, donating it if in good condition, using a mattress recycling company.
Do local councils take mattresses?
Yes, many local councils offer bulky waste collection services for mattresses, usually for a fee. Check with your local council for details.
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