To get sponge in Minecraft you need to go to an ocean monument and collect it from sponge rooms where sponge blocks are found. Alternatively you can defeat an elder guardian which has a chance to drop one wet sponge. In this guide we will go through all the steps that will help you get sponge from finding the monument to collecting and drying wet sponge in a furnace.
Steps to Get Sponge in Minecraft
To get a sponge you first need to go to an ocean monument.
Find an Ocean Monument
To find an ocean monument you need to explore oceans because this structure generates only underwater. It is most commonly found in deep oceans so it is best to travel by boat and look for large underwater structures. An ocean monument is easy to recognize thanks to its huge prismarine construction and the presence of guardians. If you have trouble finding one you can use a map provided by a cartographer.
Find Sponge Room
To find sponge rooms in an ocean monument you need to carefully explore its interior because not every monument contains them. It is best to move through the corridors and check every room. A good tip is to look up because entrances can generate above you. Pay attention to unusual block layouts and open spaces.
Collect Wet Sponge
To collect wet sponge simply walk up to the sponge blocks and break them using any tool although the fastest way is to use a hoe. After breaking them you will get wet sponge because they are found underwater. It is worth collecting as many as possible because sponge rooms can contain a large amount of this block.
Be careful of the Mining Fatigue effect applied by the Elder Guardian because it drastically slows down mining and can make collecting sponges very difficult
Dry Sponge in a Furnace
To dry a sponge in Minecraft you have a few methods. The simplest one is using a furnace just place the wet sponge inside with fuel and after a moment you will get a dry sponge.
Alternatively you can use the Nether just place the wet sponge there and it will instantly dry without using a furnace.
FAQ
What Are Sponge Blocks Used for in Minecraft?
Sponges in Minecraft are used to absorb water. When placed they remove water in a large area around them which makes them very useful for draining oceans, ocean monuments or building underwater. After use they turn into wet sponge which you can dry again and reuse
How to Dry Sponge in Minecraft?
To dry a sponge in Minecraft you can use a furnace by placing the wet sponge inside with fuel and after a moment you will get a dry sponge. Alternatively you can use the Nether where the water will simply evaporate from the wet sponge.
How to Harvest Sponge in Minecraft?
To harvest a sponge you just need to break it with any tool although using a hoe is the fastest method. Keep in mind that an Elder Guardian can apply the Mining Fatigue effect which may make it seem like you are unable to break the block.
Where Are Sponge Rooms in Minecraft?
Sponge rooms generate inside ocean monuments however not every monument contains them.
Can You Craft a Sponge in Minecraft?
No you cannot craft a sponge in Minecraft. The only way to obtain it is by collecting it from sponge rooms or by defeating an Elder Guardian.
