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Over 80 percent of a mattress is recyclable!

Mattresses & Box SpringsMattresses & Box Springs

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. Over 80 percent of a mattress is recyclable. Before disposing of mattress sets in a landfill, try these reuse and NEW recycling options.

Reduction TipsReduction Tips

Prolong the life of your mattress following the manufacturer's instructions, generally by turning it four times a year. You'll notice sleeping benefits, too.

Reuse TipsReuse Tips

  • Buying a new set? Some retailers will take your old one.
  • 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.


Disposal InformationDisposal 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. Click here to find one near you.

For more information on recycling and disposing mattresses, contact your county.

Resources & LinksResources & Links

PPL Industries Second Chance Recycling

Disposal & Drop-Off SitesDisposal & Drop-Off Sites

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Hennepin County Recycling Center & Transfer Station

Tues., Thurs., Fri.
10 AM - 6 PM
Wed.
10 AM - 8 PM
Sat.
8 AM - 5 PM
Closed Sundays, Mondays and holidays.


Resident Materials Notes

Electronics

Accepts: TV's, computers, computer peripherals, VCRs, DVD players and fax machines.

Fee: Free IconNo fee for residents for electronics.

Data destruction: No

Collection Methods: Drop-off

Notes: Photocopiers are not accepted at drop-off facilities. There is a limit to the amount of electronics that a household can drop off at our facilities per 12 month period:

  • Five each of the same type of electronic per household (for example, 5 TV's, 5 monitors, 5 CPU's, 5 printers, etc.)

Appliances

Appliances are accepted for $15 each.

Tires

Tires are accepted for $3 each.

Mattresses

Mattresses are accepted for $15 each.

Other fees may apply; contact the facility for more information.
8100 Jefferson Hwy
Brooklyn Park
p: 612-348-3777
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