So, You Wanna Ditch Your Mattress?
Let's talk trash, specifically the kind that used to be your sleep sanctuary. That's right, we're diving into the thrilling world of mattress disposal in the concrete jungle known as New York City.
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The Great Mattress Exodus
Gone are the days of scheduling a special pickup for your old mattress. It's like the Department of Sanitation had a sudden epiphany and realized, "Hey, mattresses are just oversized garbage bags!" So, now you can toss that lumpy, love-worn behemoth to the curb with the rest of your weekly trash.
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But wait, there's a catch (there's always a catch, isn't there?). Your mattress needs to be wrapped in a plastic bag like a guilty secret. This isn't just for aesthetic purposes; it's a valiant effort to keep those pesky bed bugs at bay. Think of it as a condom for your mattress, but without the fun part.
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Timing is Everything
You can't just chuck that mattress out whenever the mood strikes. There's a specific window of opportunity. You're allowed to set it out between 6 PM and midnight the evening before your regular trash collection day. So, mark your calendars, New Yorkers!
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Important note: Don't be a night owl and wait until the last minute. Trust me, you don't want to be wrestling a mattress down a crowded sidewalk at 11:59 PM.
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Mattress Etiquette 101
- Don't be a mattress hog: You're limited to six bulk items per collection day. So, if you're planning a Great Mattress Purge, you might need to spread it out over a few weeks.
- Mind your neighbors: While it's tempting to give your mattress a farewell party, resist the urge to spray it with perfume or set it on fire. Your neighbors will thank you.
- Be patient: It might take a few days for your mattress to disappear. Don't panic if it's still there on day two. Remember, sanitation workers are human too, and they probably had a rough night dealing with other people's mattress drama.
How To... Mattress Disposal FAQs
- How to know my trash collection day? Check the NYC Department of Sanitation website or call 311.
- How to bag my mattress? Use any color plastic bag except red or orange.
- How to dispose of a box spring? Same rules as a mattress: bag it up and put it out on your bulk trash day.
- How to dispose of a bed frame? If it's mostly metal or plastic, it goes out on your recycling day. If it's mostly wood, it's trash day.
- How to avoid a fine? Follow the rules! Bag your mattress, set it out on the right day, and don't exceed the bulk item limit.
So there you have it, folks. The nitty-gritty of mattress disposal in NYC. Sweet dreams (on your new mattress, of course)!
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