Norwalk To Host Free Mattress, Box Spring Recycling Collection

Information via the city of Norwalk

NORWALK, CT — The city will hold its first of three mattress and box spring recycling collection events Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Norwalk Public Works Center, located at 15 South Smith Street.

According to a news release provided by the city, this free collection program recycles mattresses and box springs through the city's partnership with the Greater Bridgeport Community Enterprises and the Mattress Recycling Council's Connecticut Bye Bye Mattress Program.

The program asks residents to bring their unwanted mattresses and box springs to the Norwalk Public Works Center so they can be recycled through a sustainable program.

The program is only open to residents, who are advised to park near the Norwalk Public Works Center gas pumps and look for signs on where to drop off their mattresses and box springs, according to the city.

The mattress and box spring collection will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the three upcoming Saturdays:

• Saturday, April 20, 2024
• Saturday, June 1, 2024
• Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024

Mattresses and box springs must be dry and intact, according to the city.

Unacceptable items include:

• Severely damaged, twisted, wet, frozen or soiled mattresses.
• Mattresses infested with bed bugs or other living organisms.
• Sleeping bags, pillows, cushions, loose bedding, mattress pads or toppers, etc.
• Car beds.
• Juvenile products, i.e., carriage, basket, stroller, crib bumper, etc.
• Water beds.
• Camping or air mattresses.
• Fold-out sofa beds.
• Futons or furniture.

Additional information about this program can be found at www.ByeByeMattress.com or by calling 1-855-700-9973.