But, according to the Mattress Recycling Council, more than 75% of a mattress is recyclable. This includes materials such as foam, steel coils, some fibers and sometimes wood. Chances are there ...

Proportion of material in a mattress that can be recycled Source: Mattress Recycling Council. Traub decided to do something to address that annoyance. In 2022, he started a mattress-recycling ...

The answer can be tricky. Some charities cannot accept used mattresses due to health department regulations or concerns over ...

The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) encourages all Californians to take advantage of its Bye Bye Mattress program during Presidents Day weekend, a peak time for mattress purchases.

The fees help fund mattress recycling efforts. Oregon launched its program Jan. 1. California and Connecticut raised their fees in 2025. Other states are considering the programs, an example of ...