Waste Ban 101-Mattress/Textile Ban effective November 1, 2022

Mattress Ban Information

Things are changing in Massachusetts!  As of November 1, 2022, mattresses and textiles will no longer be allowed in the trash.  New state rules require mattresses and textiles be kept out of the trash so they can be recycled or donated for reuse.  In order to comply, Walpole will be changing/has changed the way we collect mattresses and textiles.  We are actively working with our hauler Boston Carting to come up with a mattress program that will accommodate those needing to get rid of a mattress. Stay tuned for further information.

As for textiles, the Town already has Bay State Textile bins located in the parking lots of all of the public schools in Walpole as well as the Norfolk Aggie. Back in August of this year the Town also partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters Foundation to offer a program which allows residents to easily donate their clothing, textile and small household items. Big Brothers Big Sisters Foundation will pick up bagged clothing and textiles but also will accept boxed small household items such as pots, pans, small decor and more. As full list of acceptable items can be found on the Big Brother Big Sisters Foundation website. To schedule a collection you can call Big Brothers Big Sister Foundation directly or go on their website.

To help you understand these changes and the reasons behind them, the MassDEP has written a newsletter focusing on the new Waste Bans and why they are important.  You can find this newsletter link here: Waste Bans 101: Less Trash for a Cleaner Mass...achusetts | Recycle Smart (recyclesmartma.org)