Reuse
Before you throw your mattress away why not see if it can be reused? If it is in good clean condition and carries the BS7177 fire label there are lots of ways this can be done:
Charity shops
Charity shops accept a wide variety of items. Please contact your local charity shop for more information on what they can accept. A number of charities in Staffordshire will happily collect your unwanted large household items if they are in good condition.
Reuse networks
Reuse networks such as Freecycle, Freegle allow members to advertise goods for reuse or sharing through local groups and forums. Membership and advertising is free and everything offered must also be free.
Sell
There are a variety of online selling arenas, such as eBay. Other options are advertising in the local paper, or newsagent’s window. If you have quite a few items why not consider a car boot sale?
Recycle
Mattresses are accepted at all of Staffordshire’s recycling centres, except Wombourne.
Your local council also offers a bulky waste collection. Check your local council for further information and charges.