Furniture, Mattresses, Carpet (Bulky Waste)
Bulky waste includes furniture (e.g., wooden/upholstered chairs, couches, tables, bookcases, bureaus), rugs, carpet, large rigid plastics (e.g., kiddie pools, plastic furniture, toys, play structures), mattresses, box springs, sinks, toilets, large auto parts, tires, tree stumps and more!
Each municipality handles bulky waste differently, depending on the specific item(s) being disposed. Contact your local transfer station or curbside hauler for specific guidelines.
Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association (NEWMOA) fact sheets for reusing and recycling:
Questions?
Please contact the Solid Waste General Helpline via email at solidwasteinfo@des.nh.gov or by phone at (603) 271-2925.
Visit our Managing My Waste page to learn about other types of household waste.