Single and double
Standard sprung and foam mattresses.
Mattress recycling · Ipswich
Mattress disposal in Ipswich
Single, double and king-size mattresses collected from any room and sent to be taken apart and recycled.
- Collected from any room
- Recycled where possible
- Bulk collections for landlords and hotels
Mattress disposal: what to expect
Mattresses are bulky, heavy and awkward to get down the stairs. They also take up a lot of space in landfill, where they do not break down. We collect mattresses across Ipswich and send them to facilities that take them apart for recycling.
A mattress is made of steel springs, foam, fibres and fabric. At a recycling facility these are separated: the steel is recycled, foam can be turned into underlay and other products, and fibres are recovered where possible.
We collect single mattresses from households as well as bulk loads from landlords, letting agents, hotels, student accommodation and care homes.
Mattresses we collect
King and super king
Large mattresses, carried out carefully.
Memory foam
Foam and hybrid mattresses.
Divan bases
Bases and headboards collected together.
Cot and children's mattresses
Small mattresses from nurseries and homes.
Bulk loads
Several mattresses from hotels, care homes and rentals.
Getting rid of a mattress
Why mattresses need separate handling
Mattresses are hard to compact and tangle machinery at waste sites, so many facilities treat them separately. Recycling them recovers useful steel and foam.
Wet or soiled mattresses
Mattresses that are wet, soiled or infested can still be collected, but tell us in advance so we can bag them for hygiene.
Reusing mattresses
Very few charities accept used mattresses for hygiene reasons, so recycling is usually the best option.
When buying a new one
Some retailers offer collection when they deliver a new mattress. If not, we can collect the old one the same day or next.
How it works
Get in touch
Tell us what you need and when.
Fixed quote
Clear pricing before we start.
Collection
On the agreed day, often same or next day.
Reuse and recycling
Items reused where possible, the rest recycled.
What affects the price of mattress disposal
Every job is priced individually. These are the main factors.
- Size
- Larger mattresses cost slightly more.
- Quantity
- Bulk collections cost less per mattress.
- Condition
- Wet or soiled mattresses need extra handling.
- Access
- Upstairs flats take longer.
Why choose Ipswich Waste
Registered waste carrier
Every collection comes with a waste transfer note, so you can prove your waste was handled legally.
Recycling first
Waste is sorted at licensed sites so rubble, metal, wood, card and green waste are recycled.
Fixed prices
Clear quotes agreed before we start, including permits and disposal.
Local and fast
Based in Ipswich, with next-day service across most IP postcodes.
Mattress disposal across Ipswich and nearby
We cover Ipswich and the surrounding towns, villages and business parks, including:
- Ipswich town centre
- Ipswich Waterfront
- Chantry
- Whitton
- Rushmere St Andrew
- Kesgrave
- Martlesham
- Woodbridge
- Felixstowe
- Claydon
- Bramford
- Sproughton
- Pinewood
- Copdock
- Capel St Mary
- Hadleigh
- Needham Market
- Stowmarket
- Ransomes Europark
- Futura Park
Frequently asked questions
Can I put a mattress in a skip?
Some skip firms accept them for an extra charge, but a separate collection allows them to be recycled.
Do you recycle mattresses?
Yes, wherever possible. Steel and foam are recovered.
Can you collect from a flat?
Yes, from any floor.
Do you take divan bases?
Yes, with or without the mattress.
Can you collect lots of mattresses from a hotel?
Yes. Bulk collections are available.
Can a charity take my old mattress?
Rarely, for hygiene reasons. Recycling is usually the best route.
Book mattress disposal in Ipswich
Tell us what you need and we will confirm a fixed price.