c6h6o3 said:If you need NaOH, don't come to my place. Not only won't I have any (or sulphuric acid either, for that matter) but I'll probably be out taking my chances walking across the street.
I won't invite you for Lutefisk, then

NaOH is perfectly safe if handled with respect. There are many other chemicals we use regularly which require protective gear up to full HazMat in addition to respect if they are to be perfectly safe - yet we use them.
