Giving Mattresses a Second Life: Duuduu and Cobber Partnership Powers the Circular Economy in Australia
In Australia, more than 1.6 million mattresses end up in landfill every year. They’re big, hard to break down, and take decades to decompose. A lot of the time, they’re still in great condition, which makes it even harder to watch them go to waste.
That’s why I’m so excited about our new partnership with Duuduu Mattress. Together, we’re finding new homes for mattresses that would otherwise be thrown away, helping families, cutting down on landfill, and keeping good products in use for longer.
The Problem With Mattress Waste
DuuDuu’s mission is to ensure Australians enjoy the best possible sleep. While they strive to create a mattress that suits most sleepers, returns can still happen. This is often the case for older individuals who may be more sensitive to firmness levels or have underlying health conditions that affect their comfort. When a return is made, Cobber makes sure those like-new mattresses go straight to families who need them, instead of the tip.
And it doesn’t stop there. Duuduu also offers to remove old mattresses when delivering a new one, making it even easier for customers to upgrade while ensuring unwanted items are handled responsibly. It’s a practical, sustainable approach that keeps more mattresses out of landfill and in circulation where they belong.
How It Works
When a Duuduu mattress is returned:
- Cobber organises for it to be collected and checked
- It’s matched with a family in need
- Cobber coordinates getting it into the hands of the family who needs it
It’s a simple approach, but it makes a big difference for the environment and for the people receiving them.
Why Supporting Duuduu Matters
When someone buys from Duuduu, they’re supporting more than just a good night’s sleep. They’re backing a business that’s thinking about what happens after the sale. Through this partnership, every returned mattress is put to good use, lowering waste, reducing carbon emissions, and making life a little easier for families doing it tough.
The Impact
- 🛏 Every 10 mattresses rehomed saves around 300kg of CO₂
- ♻️ Nothing goes to landfill, every mattress is given a second life
- 👪 Families in need get quality beds they couldn’t otherwise afford
- 🚛 Local drivers earn income through the Cobber platform
Looking Ahead
As more retailers join in, this kind of partnership has the potential to help thousands of families while keeping perfectly good products in use. Duuduu is leading the way on responsible returns, and Cobber is making sure the logistics are seamless.
Cobber and Duuduu are proving that with the right connections, we can keep good items in circulation, help people who need them, and protect the planet at the same time.
If you’re a customer, know that choosing Duuduu means choosing a more sustainable future. And if you’re a business wanting to make your returns part of the solution, I’d love to chat.
Roann Junio-Hartmann
Founder, Cobber