Mattresses are bulky and hard to landfill, but up to 90% of a mattress (steel, foam, wood, fiber) can be recycled. Some states (CA, CT, RI, OR) run free recycling programs; elsewhere expect a drop-off fee.

In South Carolina we list 6 mattresses drop-off locations across 6 cities, with the most in Bluffton, Bonneau, Charleston, Columbia and Sc 160 Fort Mill. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Mattresses Drop-Off Locations in South Carolina

Bees Ferry Convenience Center

📍Charleston · 1344 Bees Ferry Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
📞+1 843-571-0929
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Allison Creek Collection & Recycling Center

📍York · 5725 Campbell Rd, York, SC 29745
📞+1 803-628-3181
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Gravel Hill Convenience Center

📍Bonneau · 1025 Gravel Hill Rd, Bonneau, SC 29431
📞+1 843-825-4111
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Richland County C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center

📍Columbia · 1070 Caughman Rd N, Columbia, SC 29203
📞+1 803-576-2390
🕐Today: 7 AM–12:30 PM
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Beaufort County Convience Center

📍Bluffton · 104 Simmonsville Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910
📞+1 843-815-1520
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Baxter Collection & Recycling Center

📍Sc 160 Fort Mill · 1731 SC-160, Fort Mill, SC 29708
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Recycling Mattresses in South Carolina: What to Know

🛏️ Innerspring mattresses
The steel coils are valuable and easy to recover.
🪑 Foam & box springs
Foam becomes carpet padding; box-spring wood and metal are separated.

How to Prepare Mattresses

  • Keep mattresses dry and free of bed bugs — wet or infested units are often refused.
  • Check whether your state runs a free Bye Bye Mattress program.
  • Expect a per-item fee outside the free-program states.

Mattresses Recycling FAQ — South Carolina

Which South Carolina cities have the most mattresses drop-off locations?

The most mattresses drop-offs are in Bluffton (1), Bonneau (1), Charleston (1), Columbia (1) and Sc 160 Fort Mill (1). In total we list 6 locations across 6 South Carolina cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle mattresses in South Carolina?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full South Carolina directory. Transfer stations and dedicated mattress recyclers are the usual options. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off mattresses?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put mattresses in my curbside bin?

Usually no — mattresses typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all mattress recycling locations by city, the full South Carolina recycling directory, or mattresses recycling in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, Minnesota.