Mattress recycling

The EMRC operates Western Australia's only mattress recycling facility. Providing for the environmentally responsible disposal of old mattresses.

Mattresses accepted

We can recycle spring and foam (futons) mattresses.
Mattresses MUST be dry.

Disposal fees

$11.00/mattress*

Member Council residents upon presentation of ID (max 5) - $5.50/mattress

*Bookings should be made on (08) 9274 7807 for deliveries of over 50 mattresses.

Collection options

Residents - Chris Walter's Removals - 0408 940 200

Bulk - Sita - 13 13 35

What is recycled?

Most mattress components can be recycled and markets for foam, steel and timber have been established. EMRC is working on an outlet for the quilted outer fabric.

How are the recycled materials used?

Timber	Recovered wood is sent to EMRC's Hazelmere Recycling Centre where it is processed into a reusable woodchip and used in the manufacture of particleboard, as animal bedding and in coloured mulch.
Steel	Steel springs are sent to scrap metal merchants where they are melted down and used in buildings and infrastructure, vehicles and appliances.
Foam	Foam and wadding from inside the mattress is re-used as carpet underlay.

Facts and stats

Australia sends 1.25 million mattresses to landfill each year.
Most people dispose of a mattress every 8-10 years.
Mattresses are one of the most common items put out on the verge for Council collections - almost all go to landfill.
The average mattress:
- Takes up 0.75 cubic metres of space in landfill.
- Contains:
  - 12.5 kilograms of steel
  - 2 kilograms of wood
  - 1.5 kilograms of foam

Mattress Recycling Factsheet