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Forget Toilet Paper; They Had Sponge On A Stick:
Ancient Romans used a sponge on a stick, called a *xylospongium*, for personal cleaning in public restrooms. These shared tools, attached to benches, allowed users to clean themselves without carrying their own. While practical, the communal nature of the sponge-sticks raises concerns about hygiene, with the hope that attendants cleaned or replaced them frequently.
Disgusting Details Of Every Day Life In Ancient Rome
Forget Toilet Paper; They Had Sponge On A Stick:
Ancient Romans used a sponge on a stick, called a *xylospongium*, for personal cleaning in public restrooms. These shared tools, attached to benches, allowed users to clean themselves without carrying their own. While practical, the communal nature of the sponge-sticks raises concerns about hygiene, with the hope that attendants cleaned or replaced them frequently.