In addition, some areas such as France show a strong preference for natural sponges.

They also provide flood control, serving as natural sponges to soak up floodwaters.

One result was that the valley lost much of its capacity as a natural sponge, absorbing less water in periods of heavy rain.

A white terry-cloth bath pillow is $24, and a natural sponge is $10.

A series of natural sponges is fixed upon a terracotta basin or concolina and held in place with a wooden bar laid across the rim.

Most natural sponges used for cleaning today come from the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

To sponge off, you'll need a large natural sponge.

Inside was a low wooden frame like a long rectangular box which had been completely filled with natural sponges to form a springy, soft mattress.

This is because the wetlands serve as a natural sponge absorbing excess rainfall and doing its bit to reduce pollution.

These are a lot cheaper than natural sponges and give, in my opinion, an equally good effect.