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Frances Daniels

How to get rid of your old mattress — our guide to removal, recycling and donation

Man in brown shirt and grey shorts carries a white mattress down a flight of stairs.

Even the best mattresses with lifetime warranties don’t last forever, so at some point or another you’ll be faced with the dilemma of how to get rid of your mattress. Disposing of your old mattress needn’t be a chore, as there are plenty of sustainable, eco-friendly options available.

Depending on what your mattress is made of, we generally recommend replacing your mattress every 7 to ten years, although it’s worth keeping an eye out for any signs your mattress needs to be replaced sooner. If your mattress needs upgrading and you're planning on replacing it in the near future (the Presidents’ Day mattress sales are just around the corner), you’ll need to know how to get rid of your old one first. 

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