Hexavalent chromium, or Hex-Chrome as it is commonly referred, is an incredibly dangerous carcinogen. As the chromium present in stainless steel oxidizes and corrodes it will form hexavalent chromium (chromium 6). I come down very strongly on the side of do not do it. You will find a lot of arguments on either side. Note: There is a seemingly never ending argument on the internet and in cast iron restoration communities about whether or not it is safe to use stainless steel as your sacrificial anode. If you live in a colder climate an outdoor lye bath will only work during the summer. I personally have mine set up in my basement, which is not ideal for temperature, but I like that it is out of the way and can be used year round. Lye works better in a warmer environment, so it is common to set lye baths up outside in a sunny area. If you have children or pets in your household you are going to want to find an area that they will not be able to access.
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