ARTISTS SILK SEA SPONGE KIT

Our fine textured silk sea sponges are the perfect tool trusted by artists, decorators, and craftsmen alike. Harvested sustainably from the ocean, each sponge is soft, absorbent, durable and a one-of-a-kind – offering a varied organic texture for special paint effects.

For the fine artist, a natural sea sponge delivers interesting textures, subtle blends, and natural stippling patterns that bring depth and life to any composition. Its absorbent structure makes it perfect for the even application of paint, for washes, gentle lifting, blending or adding character to watercolour, acrylic, or oil works without disturbing the paper surface.

For the decorator, it is the secret to stunning, hand-finished walls and furniture. The sponge’s irregular pores create natural, non-repeating textures ideal for layered colour glazes, faux finishes, marbling and soft, atmospheric effects.

For the paper stretcher, the sea sponge offers precision and care — evenly moistening and preparing delicate watercolour paper without abrasion, ensuring a perfectly smooth surface for painting.

And for the ceramicist, a natural sea sponge can be used from throwing, trimming and joining to final glazing. With gentle control over moisture, the sea sponge enables flawless surface finishing, and brings organic textures that enhance the tactile beauty of clay.

Natural sponges are superior to synthetic sponges due to their absorbency, durability and softness. They can be cut to size for finer detail. Eco-friendly and beautifully tactile, the natural sea sponge is an essential tool, trusted by professionals who value authenticity, quality, and control in their creative process.

Hydréa London Sea Sponges are traditionally and sustainably harvested to ensure minimal disturbance to their environment. The sea sponges are carefully cut by hand by registered divers to preserve the vital root system to support the natural regeneration process of new, healthier, stronger sponges.

High Quality | Sustainably Sourced | Hand Processed in the U.K.