Mattress Recycling in River Forest, IL

River Forest mattresses must be sealed in a plastic mattress cover, taped shut, for bulk collection.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a mattress in River Forest

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · River ForestNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $95.00
How it works
Book online, set out your mattress and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.
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River Forest bulk and large item collection (LRS, tag program)Pickup service · River ForestCost not listed
How it works
Bulk items go out by 7 a.m. on collection day with prepaid Village of River Forest Universal Solid Waste Tags: 1 tag (up to 50 lb), 5 tags (large furniture or appliances up to 150 lb), 10 tags (over 150 lb).
Cost & rules
- Before you go: Seal in a plastic mattress cover taped shut; tag as a bulk item.
Official page (opens in new tab)

Count each piece separately: mattress, box spring and topper can be priced differently.
Check for moisture, mold or bed bugs; many recyclers refuse damaged bedding.
Confirm per-piece pricing and whether wrapping or an appointment is required.

Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Source: Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (2)

Checked October 26, 2026

Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
- Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Checked October 26, 2026.
Bulk items (opens in new tab) · Village of River Forest
- Mattresses and box springs must be in a plastic mattress cover taped shut. Checked October 26, 2026.

“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.