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 Tennessee we list 6 mattresses drop-off locations across 4 cities, with the most in Nashville, Chapel Hill, Knoxville and Rockvale. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Mattresses Drop-Off Locations in Tennessee

Chapel Hill Convenience Center

📍Chapel Hill · 2200 TN-99 Scenic, Chapel Hill, TN 37034
📞+1 931-364-3522
🕐Today: 7 AM–5:50 PM
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Dutchtown Convenience Center - Knox County Solid Waste

📍Knoxville · 10618 Dutchtown Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932
📞+1 865-215-5865
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Omohundro Convenience Center

📍Nashville · 1019 Omohundro Pl, Nashville, TN 37210
📞+1 615-880-1955
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Ezell Pike Convenience Center

📍Nashville · 3254 Ezell Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
📞+1 615-880-2530
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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East Convenience Center

📍Nashville · 943 Dr Richard G Adams Dr, Nashville, TN 37207
📞+1 615-862-8631
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Rockvale Convenience Center

📍Rockvale · 9002 Rockvale Rd, Rockvale, TN 37153
📞+1 615-274-2609
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3 PM
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Recycling Mattresses in Tennessee: 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 — Tennessee

Which Tennessee cities have the most mattresses drop-off locations?

The most mattresses drop-offs are in Nashville (3), Chapel Hill (1), Knoxville (1) and Rockvale (1). In total we list 6 locations across 4 Tennessee cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle mattresses in Tennessee?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Tennessee 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 Tennessee recycling directory, or mattresses recycling in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, Minnesota.