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What to Do with Old Mattresses? 15 Creative Ways to Use Your Old Mattress

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One of the main problems with old mattresses is that when disposed of, they can take up to 28 cubic feet of space. This is a significant volume that could otherwise be used for other types of waste that cannot be reused or recycled.

One of the most important things to focus on is minimizing our impact on Earth. For this purpose, let's look at 15 creative ways to use your old mattress that don't involve delivering it to a local landfill.

What to Do with Old Mattresses? 15 Creative Ways to Use Your Old Mattress

  • Furniture Padding: The cost of polyurethane foam for furniture restoration can be high, so why not use materials from the mattress you're replacing. Keep the remnants for other projects.
  • Donation: There are many places across the country that serve needy families, some of which need beds but can't afford to buy one. Donate your old mattress to one of these places and help someone in need.
  • Home for the Homeless: Another place you can donate it is to a local homeless shelter. If they don't need it, they may know someone who does.
  • Animal Rescue: You can also find local animal rescue centers that may need beds for their pets. It's worth trying.
  • Composting: You can use the wooden frame of the mattress to build a compost bin, and the padding for filling it. Use the cover to insulate the pile to maximize the composting process.
  • Recycling: When purchasing a new mattress, make sure the company picks up your old one for recycling according to state guidelines. Some companies offer free mattress recycling, so be sure to ask.
  • Free Ads: Wherever you look, you'll find group buying and selling ads. If the mattress is in good condition, list it for sale; otherwise, post an ad for free pickup.
  • Dog Beds: Create several dog beds from polyurethane foam. If you have a dog, they love it. And if not, sell them online and make some extra cash.
  • Garden Beds: The springs inside some mattresses are perfect for use as outdoor planters.
    • Free Planter: Springs can be used on tables or counters to hold flowers.
    • Wine Holders: Springs inside can make great wine holders. You can mount them in basements, kitchen walls, or stores.
    • Garden Decorations: Springs can be decorated and hung on trees, or made into windmills to install with bells.
    • Ceiling Chandeliers: You can hang springs from the ceiling in your store and add electrical components. This allows you to get rid of fluorescent bulbs that contain harmful materials.
    • Kitchen Counter: You can use the metal frame of a mattress and mount it to your kitchen ceiling. Use several S-shaped hooks and hang all your pots and pans.
    • Bird Feeder: You can hang springs on trees around you and add lard in the center to feed birds.

    There are many things you can do with an old mattress, so there's no reason for it to end up in a landfill. There will always be someone who needs it, and since animals depend on you for survival, they'll appreciate a cozy place to sleep. Ultimately, you should think outside the box and avoid throwing it away with regular trash.