How to Dispose of Pillows & Cushions
- 1Pillows, memory foam, latex, and cushions cannot go into clothing collection bins.
- ✓Compress inside general trash bags or register as bulky waste.
How to Dispose (5 Steps)
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Separate fabric pillowcases; clean fabric covers can go into clothing recycling bins.
- 2
Inner cotton, latex, and memory foam fillings are non-recyclable general waste.
- 3
Compress fluffy pillows tightly using string or tape to minimize volume.
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Place compressed pillows into large volume-based general trash bags (50L–100L).
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Register oversized body pillows or large bed cushions online as bulky waste.
Real-World Examples
Cotton / Latex / Memory Foam Pillows: General municipal trash bag
Body Pillows / Large Cushions: Bulky waste sticker (₩500–₩2,000)
Clean Pillowcases: Textile recycling bin
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can cotton pillows or memory foam pillows go into clothing bins?
A. No. Pillows and cushions are prohibited in clothing bins. Place inside general trash bags or register as bulky waste.
Q. How about feather or latex pillows?
A. Latex and feather pillows must be disposed of in general trash bags.