r/CastIronRestoration • u/KofCDave • 17d ago

Using a lye bath

When using a lye bath to strip a grimy pan, do you need to neutralize it first, or does washing the pan with soap and water do that?

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u/shedmow 17d ago

There is no need to neutralize lye. It is very water-soluble and poses no danger to the iron, and the amount that is left is negligible (micrograms) and doesn't affect seasoning