Natural sponges have been used by potters for years. However, the quality of natural sponges can be inconsistent. Because we aim to be conscious about the long-term effects of the materials we use on our planet, MudSponges are made of a biodegradable, environmentally friendly, incredibly durable material.
Each MudSponge is shipped compressed for the economy of space and for the fun of watching them expand when first dipped in water.
The Blue Workhorse is a great all-purpose pop-up sponge made of a very absorbent open-cell material.. We’ve shaped it like a potter's rib to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. Dyed with a natural pigment, the color will fade with use.
The Orange Absorbent pop-up sponge is the perfect throwing sponge. More absorbent than the White Finishing and the Blue Workhorse, it is the sponge Michael uses for throwing.
The White Finishing is a pop-up sponge made with a tight-cell material and is less absorbent than the Blue Workhorse. It is excellent for finishing work, final detailing, and clean-up of surfaces. This MudSponge won’t pull out grog or other materials in the clay body. Think of it like a chamois sponge.