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Did You Know?
An estimated 400,000 mattresses are purchased each year in the Twin Cities metro area by residents, hospitality industry, and institutions. Most of those mattresses eventually end up in a landfill. Over 80 percent of a mattress is recyclable and there is now a new recycling option available.
Mattresses and box springs are problematic in the waste stream because they are hard to move, clog up equipment and are nearly impossible to compact in a landfill. Before disposing of mattress sets in a landfill, try these reuse and recycling options.

Reduction Tips

Prolong the life of your mattress following the manufacturer's instructions, generally by turning it four times a year.

Reuse Tips

  • Give your old set to a relative or friend. Consider donating, but be aware that very few charities accept mattresses unless they are in excellent condition.
  • Mattresses are commonly listed on the Twin Cities Free Market, an online service for residents who want to give or get free reusable goods for the home, garage and garden.

Recycling & Disposal Information

  • There is a new recycling option available in the metro area for mattresses!  Hennepin County Recycling Center and Transfer Station in Brooklyn Park now works with PPL Industries to recycle metro area residents' mattresses.
  • Some garbage haulers will accept mattresses for a fee; contact your hauler for information.
  • There are several transfer stations and landfills in the area that accept mattresses and box springs for disposal for a fee. 

For more information on recycling and disposing mattresses, contact your county (see links at right).

Resources & Links

PPL Industries Second Chance Recycling