In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, host Jenny Lawson speaks with Mike O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer of the Mattress Recycling Council. They discuss the ins and outs of mattress recycling, its surprising benefits, and the legislative frameworks making it possible. Discover how these efforts are contributing to a more sustainable future and what you can do to ensure your old mattress doesn’t end up in a landfill.

“We think that 15 to 20 million mattresses are being discarded annually across the US. But only a fraction of those is being recycled.” – Mike O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer, Mattress Recycling Council 

“A lot of people don’t think about the disposal of their TV or sofa until after a new one arrives. So, there’s a mindset switch that needs to happen. If your retailer doesn’t take back your old mattress, a lot of municipalities offer curbside collection programs where you can dispose of mattresses, tv, sofas, and other bulky materials.” – Mike O’Donnell, Chief Operating Officer, Mattress Recycling Council