Mattresses and box springs are a bulky item in our waste stream and can be problematic because they are hard to move, clog up equipment, and are hard to compact in a landfill.  Fortunately, there are options for reusing and recycling old mattresses and box springs in the Twin Cities. 

Reuse

Mattresses and box springs aren't accepted at thrift stores, but they are accepted at a local nonprofit in the Twin Cities. Bridging accepts donations of quality, gently used furniture and household goods at their Bloomington and Roseville locations. You have the choice to bring your donations to their facility at no charge, or schedule a pick-up from your home for a fee ($95 for curbside or garage pick up). Bridging also accepts metal, collapsible bed frames.

For a full list of what Bridging accepts, visit www.bridging.org/give-stuff.

Bridging
201 W 87th St
Bloomington, MN 55420 [map]
952-888-1105

1730 Terrace Dr
Roseville, MN 55113
651-631-3255

www.bridging.org
M-Th 10am-6pm; F-Sa 9am-3pm

 

Recycle

Mattresses no longer in usable condition can be recycled. This option  is a way to recover and recycle materials like metal, wood and textiles. Call for drop-off hours and information on fees.

Certified Recycling
14305 Ewing Ave
Burnsville, MN 55306
952-894-1448
www.certifiedrecycling.org

Second Chance Recycling
1179 15th Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-332-0664 ext. 14
www.secondchancerecyclingmn.com

J&J Recycling Center
607 Barge Channel Road
Saint Paul, MN 55107
651-227-4457
www.dumpsterrentalmn.com

If recycling mattresses and box springs is not an option, ask the retailer that brings your new mattress if they offer disposal.  If they don't, call your licensed garbage hauler to schedule a pick-up (if you live in an apartment or are part of an association, find contact information for the licensed commercial haulers), or bring it to a landfill, both for a fee.