"Sometimes recycling isn't the only route..."
True, selling vintage fixtures online can be a nice surprise, but honestly, is it always worth the hassle? I tried listing some old brass taps once—thought they'd fly off the shelf—but ended up dealing with endless messages and lowball offers. Salvage yards might be picky, but at least they're straightforward. Maybe it's just me, but sometimes convenience beats squeezing out every last dollar...
I've been debating this myself lately. Just moved into an older house, and there's a bunch of copper piping and fixtures that need replacing. Thought about selling online, but your experience makes me second-guess it... Maybe scrapping them directly at a metal recycling center would be simpler? Has anyone tried that route—are the prices decent enough to justify the trip, or is it more hassle than it's worth?
I've done the scrap yard thing a few times, and honestly, it's not too bad. Prices fluctuate quite a bit though, so it can feel like playing the lottery—sometimes you walk away feeling like you scored, other times you're wondering why you bothered loading up the car. Have you checked local scrap prices lately? Might be worth a quick call before you commit to hauling everything over there...unless you enjoy surprise endings, haha.
"Prices fluctuate quite a bit though, so it can feel like playing the lottery"
Haha, totally agree with this. Last summer I hauled a bunch of old copper pipes thinking I'd hit the jackpot, but prices had dropped overnight—felt like a sucker. Definitely worth calling ahead to avoid disappointment.
Copper's definitely a rollercoaster, but honestly, other metals tend to be steadier. I scrapped some old brass fixtures earlier this year—no jackpot vibes, but at least prices held pretty stable. Copper seems to swing wildly because everyone's after it. Maybe diversify your scrap pile a bit? Less stress and fewer "lottery" moments...
