I totally see your point about the patina actually adding character. I had a similar experience when I repurposed some old copper fixtures into outdoo...

Metal drain snakes definitely last longer, but yeah, tight corners can be tricky. I've found that going super slow and gently twisting as I push helps...

I've looked into greywater setups myself and honestly, the complexity put me off a bit. Low-flow fixtures were way easier to install and did noticeabl...