Mattresses
Mattresses include sponge, foam, latex, inner spring or ensembles. Mattresses
require different handling methods to ordinary waste to ensure safe disposal.
Will SITA Environmental Solutions accept my mattresses?
Mattresses and ensemble bases are accepted at some SITA transfer stations
and landfills - please contact Customer Service on 1300 651 116 to find
out which sites accept these items. Where possible, mattresses are reconditioned
or pulled apart for recycling by an external service provider. Springs
that are removed are recycled as scrap metal, foam is recycled and turned
into carpet underlay and timber recovered can be reused by charities or
used in the production of biofuels.
Mattresses that cannot be reconditioned or recycled are shredded before
being disposed of responsibly in landfill. This
process significantly reduces the amount of landfill airspace required
to dispose of a mattress.
There is a limit of one ensemble (mattress plus base) or two individual
mattresses per visit. Each individual mattress and ensemble base is charged
at $50 each, regardless of the size - a complete ensemble (mattress and
base together) will attract a charge of $100.
Mattresses and ensemble bases are charged separately to all other waste.
This may require customers to drop off these items first and then return
to the weighbridge to weigh any other waste.
Quantities in excess of one ensemble (mattress plus base) or two (2) individual
mattresses are only accepted at some SITA sites, and must be booked in
at least one working day prior to disposal. Bookings can be made by telephoning
1300 651 116 between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Please note that unused bookings do not carry forward - if you miss your
appointment, you will need to make a new booking.
Consult our latest price guide, or contact Customer Service on 1300 651
116, for more information.
What else can I do with my mattresses?
If your mattress is in reasonable condition, contact a charity organisation
to see if they will collect it.
