About Tough Stuff Recycling: Our Story and People

Discover more about Tough Stuff Recycling’s mission to create a more sustainable future through responsible mattress recycling solutions across Massachusetts.

What We Do &

How We Got Here

With an unrelenting commitment to sustainability and tackling recycling challenges, the Tough Stuff Recycling team was founded with a single, shared vision: to solve the mattress landfill problem. The founders have successfully recycled over 1,000,000 mattresses, becoming the largest mattress recyclers on the West Coast. Through innovation and dedication, they developed a proven pocket coil recycling system, setting a new industry standard.

With over 20 years of industry experience, Tough Stuff Recycling integrates environmentally friendly, cutting-edge technology and logistical solutions to create a seamless recycling process. Our expertise in mattress deconstruction and material repurposing ensures that every component is responsibly recycled, reducing landfill waste and promoting sustainability.

As the leading mattress recycler in New England, Tough Stuff Recycling is dedicated to providing top-tier service to households and communities. By choosing us, you’re selecting the #1 service provider on the East Coast, committed to giving mattresses a second life. So, rest easy—your old mattress is in expert hands, ensuring a greener, more sustainable future.

About 1M Recycled Mattresses
About 20 Years
About 1 Service Provider

Experts

Meet Our Team

Mike Gurnee

Mike Gurnee

Chief Executive Officer

Tashiana Woodie

Tashiana Woodie

Customer Support Manager

Rosemary Arteaga

Rosemary Arteaga

Operations Manager

Emily Gomez

Emily Gomez

Safety Compliance Coordinator

Alex Perez

Alex Perez

Transportation Manager

Mary Horsman

Mary Horsman

Northeast Manager of Sales and Marketing