Say Goodbye to Unwanted Mattresses: Simple Solutions for Landlords and Tenants

As a landlord, it's important to inform your tenants about cheap, legal, and environmentally responsible options for disposing of their old bedroom furniture. Here are some suggestions from the Mattress Recycling Council:



1. Curbside Bulky Item Collection Programs: Contact your local government to learn about curbside pickup options for bulky items, including mattresses.
2. Drop off the mattress: Find a participating Bye Bye Mattress location or upcoming collection event to safely dispose of the old mattress.
3. Retailer Take Back: Retailers are required to offer a take-back program when delivering a new mattress to the customer. Encourage your tenants to ask about it during their purchase process.

In the event that a tenant leaves their old mattress behind, landlords can also benefit from the Bye Bye Mattress program. Visit their website for free drop-off locations or contact your solid waste hauler for bulky-item pickup options.

By following these simple steps, we can all do our part in keeping California's roadsides and vacant lots clear of unwanted mattresses.