One funny history fact is about the ancient Romans and their use of urine! In ancient Rome, urine was collected and used as a cleaning agent for laundry because of its ammonia content. Fullers, who were the launderers of the time, would have large containers in public spaces for people to contribute their urine. The phrase “money doesn’t stink” actually comes from this practice, attributed to Emperor Vespasian who imposed a tax on the urine collection business. So next time you think about laundry, just remember that it used to involve public potties!
One funny history fact is about the ancient Romans and their use of urine! In ancient Rome, urine was collected and used as a cleaning agent for laundry because of its ammonia content. Fullers, who were the launderers of the time, would have large containers in public spaces for people to contribute their urine. The phrase “money doesn’t stink” actually comes from this practice, attributed to Emperor Vespasian who imposed a tax on the urine collection business. So next time you think about laundry, just remember that it used to involve public potties!