Donate, recycle, or haul away an old chair, desk, couch, or mattress — every U.S. metro covered. Free options first.
Independently funded · No manufacturer sponsorshipMost American households face the same problem on moving day: a couch, an old desk, a mattress, a chair that won't fit in the truck. The wrong move is the curb. The right move depends on three things — the item's condition, your timeline, and what your city allows.
Best for furniture in good condition. Free pickup from these national networks:
Best for damaged, oversized, or volume disposal. Same-day or next-day in most cities:
Most U.S. cities offer 1–4 bulk-trash pickups per year free with regular trash service. Search “[your city] bulk trash pickup” or check your Public Works site. Common rules:
Mattresses and box springs are recyclable in most metros — about 80% of materials by weight. Connecticut, Rhode Island, California, Oregon, and Maryland have statewide programs (search 'Bye Bye Mattress'). Scrap-metal yards take desks, chairs, and metal frames free or pay a few dollars per piece.
If a worn-out office chair or desk is going out the door, Ergoprise reviews ergonomic replacements that won't end up curbside in two years.