What's it called where they make a new mattress using new material over old coils?

[Yeshuasdaughter]

When I was a kid that's how we got mattresses. We would buy remade mattresses where they'd cut all the fabric and fluff out to the point where it was just wires and coils.

And then they would restuff it and sew new fabric over the springs. So you'd have a brand new bed, but the coils of it were old and reused.

They sold them often in thrift stores, but they were brand new mattresses, on used coils that were in good condition.

My ex husband even had a job for a minute, cutting mattress fluff off of the wires and coils as the first step that the crew could remake? refurbish? the mattress.

What is that called? Search engines these days are so unhelpful.

I really need a new mattress but I can't afford a brand new one. And I am terrified of bedbugs, so I really, really don't want some stranger's hand me downs.

I don't think it's called refurbished, because that seems like from searches that the fluff inside is reused. What I'm talking about is where the entire bed is gutted except for the metal parts, and then remade with new fabric and fluff over the old metal parts.

But I remember as a kid we'd buy used mattresses that were actually brand new. But the only part that was used was the spring part. The fabric and fluff was all brand new.

do you know what I"m talking about? What is that product called? Where does one buy them? I don't really see them around anymore. But my bed springs cut me all the time. I need a new bed so bad.

 

[Tired]

I had to use AI to find some info, and it said that it's named "upcycled/remanufactured/refurbished mattresses." It's rare to find these days because mattress-recycling operations tend to recycle materials into raw material (like scrap steel, foam insulation, carpet padding) rather than re-assemble them for resale. They also reuse multiple components (springs, padding, coverings) - not just springs. And yeah, many modern mattresses use complex innerspring systems (pocket coils, foam layers, adhesives) which make disassembly & safe re-assembly harder.
From where to get these types of mattresses i dont know, ai says to ask your local mattress makers or sellers.

 

[Neonatal RRT]

I did a search in my state... as an example:

Q. Is it legal to refurbish and resell mattresses?
A.

Yes, in Michigan it is
legal to refurbish and resell used mattresses, provided specific sanitation, labeling, and disclosure requirements are met. Michigan is one of many states that allows the sale of used mattresses, but mandates rules to protect public health and safety.

Key Legal Requirements in Michigan

• Sanitation: There is no specific state law that outlines the method of sanitization, but sellers must ensure the mattress is sanitary and free from bed bugs, mold, or any other infestations. Selling an infested or contaminated mattress is a public health hazard and can lead to legal action.
• Labeling and Disclosure: The condition of the used mattress must be clearly labeled. You cannot claim a used or refurbished mattress is new. This transparency helps the buyer understand what they are purchasing.
• Federal Flammability Standards: All mattresses sold in the US, including used ones, must meet the federal flammability standards enforced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
• Business Licenses: Individuals selling a single used mattress typically do not need a license. However, a business or a "second hand dealer" engaging in the regular sale of used bedding might need to obtain a license from the local city or county executive officer.
• Local Ordinances: Sellers should also check with their local health department or city office to see if there are any specific local ordinances or regulations.
• Business Practices
  Businesses that refurbish mattresses often use a color-coded tag system:
  • A yellow tag usually indicates the mattress has been cleaned and sanitized.
  • A red tag means the mattress contains used or recycled materials.
• Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to penalties, including fines. Therefore, companies that operate in this space must adhere strictly to state and local guidelines.

Q. Are there companies in Michigan that refurbish and resell used mattresses?

A. The practice of refurbishing and reselling mattresses is uncommon in Michigan, especially for individuals trying to have their own mattress restored
. In general, businesses that handle used mattresses focus on recycling the components or reselling used furniture from other sources. Any resale of used bedding must follow strict sanitation and labeling laws to protect the consumer.

Mattress repair and customization
Rather than refurbishing used mattresses, some businesses specialize in making new or custom mattresses to a customer's specifications.

Used furniture and consignment
These stores sometimes carry used mattresses and are required to abide by Michigan's health and safety standards for the resale of used bedding. However, the stock of used mattresses will be limited and dependent on recent donations or consignments.

 

[Neonatal RRT]

The shorter answer to your question might be that due to the processes (time, cost, materials, etc) plus the sanitation legalities surrounding the practice... in order for it to be profitable for the company... the retail pricing might be every bit as expensive as simply purchasing a new mattress. That is... if... there are companies in your state that actually do this. In Michigan, for example, it is legal... but there aren't any companies doing it.

 

[tree]

I made a mattress stuffed with straw once.

For a double bed.

 

[Mary Terry]

I made a mattress stuffed with straw once.

For a double bed.

We had an antique poster bed with a canopy and a horsehair mattress that I slept in when I was growing up. I inherited the bed but left it at my sister's house, and we shared the cost to have a modern custom sized mattress made to fit it. The bed is only about 6 -1/2 feet long. Maybe people were shorter two or three hundred years ago.

 

[Dagan]

I don't know, but it sounds similar to what the Lutz family did when they bought the Amityville house. They reused all of the heinous crime scene affected (stained) furniture and figured everything would be just fine. Oops.

 

[Judge]

I once read online that placing a very stiff "slab" between a worn out mattress and boxsprings can give new life to that old "swayback" mattress. I was initially skeptical about it, but I had a 55"x 24" one inch thick melamine desktop I wasn't using, and slid it in between the mattress and boxsprings.

I was shocked. It made the mattress quite stiff, like it used to be. Still sleeping on it, though I can't say it has alleviated my chronic lower back pain.

 

[Crossbreed]

What's it called where they make a new mattress using new material over old coils?

Recoil...?