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I don't think that copper piping could ever be considered to be green since copper mining is incredibly destructive to the environment. I think it's fine that people like the look, but let's not green-wash it!

good point emily the cat.
but it is very cute.

I really like this.
This is the first time in 7 years I miss my ex, the plumber.

You don't need to be a plumber to make this (I don't believe this would be connected to your water line, unless you want it to be. That would be a . . . . look, I suppose.) It's just like playing with an erector set. You can make any shape you like! Find connector bits at your local hardware store, measure, cut/connect, screw in.

Interesting idea.

I agree w Emily...
...and considering the cost/ scrap value of copper pipe these days, i'm doubtful that this is an economical alternative to a store-bought rack either (but rarely anything is at TOH)

Reb-Oh I know it would not be connected to the water lines. It is just a plumber could built this and solder it together so quick. I have seen a bed frame done with this same material. An accent piece like this is fine. A whole house of furniture just screams a little to much DIY Network to me.

Hi guys- I should have clarified what I meant by green. I was imagining that one could reuse pipe scraps from another project for this purpose.

Amy A, you are spot on! It's green if you have it on hand. I had many extra lineal feet of 3/8" and made curtain rods with doorknob finials :)

love the copper and tiffany blue combo.

What a super cute idea! LOVE it.

It's VERY attractive. It might go well with the gutter that I use as a spice rack.

Emily

most, like 80% of copper is recycled.

that sounds pretty green to me.