My family, americans, added a bidet toilet seat to our toilet during the pandemic. I would never go back. However, in many parts of the world, bidets are standard equipment.
My family, americans, added a bidet toilet seat to our toilet during the pandemic. I would never go back.
However, in many parts of the world, bidets are standard equipment.
How did you feel about it? IMO it shines best once you get one installed at home and start saving on toilet paper usage and feeling cleaner. But after getting addicted to home bidet use, I've been...
How did you feel about it? IMO it shines best once you get one installed at home and start saving on toilet paper usage and feeling cleaner. But after getting addicted to home bidet use, I've been loving my office bidet.
It felt... odd? But I expected it to, simply because it was different. Made me curious enough to read (and share) a whole article about it. Obviously, other people also cared!
It felt... odd? But I expected it to, simply because it was different.
Made me curious enough to read (and share) a whole article about it. Obviously, other people also cared!
Idk about many. It’s a mainstay in Japan, but pretty uncommon still in Korea and Taiwan. I’ve heard it’s actually fairly common in the richer islamic countries, since it’s considered more cleanly...
Idk about many. It’s a mainstay in Japan, but pretty uncommon still in Korea and Taiwan.
I’ve heard it’s actually fairly common in the richer islamic countries, since it’s considered more cleanly religiously or something.
They would probably be popular in Hong Kong but the big problem preventing a simple upgrade is that nearly all non-rural buildings (even new construction) use seawater (with minimal processing)...
They would probably be popular in Hong Kong but the big problem preventing a simple upgrade is that nearly all non-rural buildings (even new construction) use seawater (with minimal processing) for flushing and that shouldn't be used for spraying
Bidets are quite common in parts of Southern Europe, although I think separate bidet installations are more traditionally there than the modern toilet attachments. The hotel I stayed at in Lisbon...
Bidets are quite common in parts of Southern Europe, although I think separate bidet installations are more traditionally there than the modern toilet attachments. The hotel I stayed at in Lisbon had one, and I'm told there's actually legislation requiring them more generally in Portugal.
Mhm, it's extremely common here in Spain too so I imagine most mediterranean countries also have a similar experience. They are definitely seen as a separate fixture rather than the more modern...
Mhm, it's extremely common here in Spain too so I imagine most mediterranean countries also have a similar experience. They are definitely seen as a separate fixture rather than the more modern toilet attachments. In fact, it's almost expected in a lot of households, especially in older apartments or family homes. It's interesting how something so standard here can be quite rare in other parts of the world!
Seems pretty common here in Korea. The bathrooms at my university all have them, and everyone I know has one in their house. They aren’t as common in public bathrooms such as train stations, though.
Seems pretty common here in Korea. The bathrooms at my university all have them, and everyone I know has one in their house. They aren’t as common in public bathrooms such as train stations, though.
Even in poor Islamic countries, bidets are ubiquitous. Though in those cases it's more of a hose next to the hole in the ground. But yeah, in Islam you ritually clean with water and bidets seem...
Even in poor Islamic countries, bidets are ubiquitous. Though in those cases it's more of a hose next to the hole in the ground. But yeah, in Islam you ritually clean with water and bidets seem like a reasonable outgrowth of that.
I have one (bb2000) and would replace it instantly if it broke. I'm pretty frugal and get buyers remorse from practically every purchase I make that isn't necessity, but this one is the exception....
I have one (bb2000) and would replace it instantly if it broke. I'm pretty frugal and get buyers remorse from practically every purchase I make that isn't necessity, but this one is the exception. I love it.
Idk about your specific model but if it helps your frugal heart, most bidets amortize themselves within a couple years simply because you buy less toilet paper.
Idk about your specific model but if it helps your frugal heart, most bidets amortize themselves within a couple years simply because you buy less toilet paper.
I am glad I sprang a bit extra for a bidet that mixes cold and hot water for its input, so I can get it to the right temperature. But erring on the side of too cold is always better than too hot,...
I am glad I sprang a bit extra for a bidet that mixes cold and hot water for its input, so I can get it to the right temperature. But erring on the side of too cold is always better than too hot, for sure.
Warm water is nice. But IMO cold is absolutely fine, warm creates more maintenance issues with mold etc, and at a decent pressure it makes less difference than you'd think. Definitely not 'yikes'...
Warm water is nice. But IMO cold is absolutely fine, warm creates more maintenance issues with mold etc, and at a decent pressure it makes less difference than you'd think. Definitely not 'yikes' territory for me, even after using a bidet for a couple of years in a poorly insulated Northern New England home. But I wouldn't judge anyone who felt otherwise, I just appreciate my simple home setup.
We installed one as a (coarse) cloth diaper cleaner before throwing them in the wash. Definitely became a personal hygiene product. Also led to a bidet toilet seat a few years later, though cold...
We installed one as a (coarse) cloth diaper cleaner before throwing them in the wash. Definitely became a personal hygiene product. Also led to a bidet toilet seat a few years later, though cold water only. I have a nice Toto to install once we have a grounded AC outlet installed
You’re certainly not the first I’ve seen echoing that sentiment, which (ironically?) is probably the biggest reason I’ve avoided them. I know that I’m susceptible to the Quality of Life Ratchet,...
You’re certainly not the first I’ve seen echoing that sentiment, which (ironically?) is probably the biggest reason I’ve avoided them.
I know that I’m susceptible to the Quality of Life Ratchet, where once I have some luxury thing in my life, I’m deeply frustrated if I ever have to do without.
I’m sure someday they’ll be standardised across the world so for now I’m happy to be a Neanderthal 😊
Silly bathroom story. Since I grew up with bidets, I genuinely did not know how to use toilet paper. My thinking is that you make a big wad and needed to dampen it before wiping because the idea...
Silly bathroom story. Since I grew up with bidets, I genuinely did not know how to use toilet paper. My thinking is that you make a big wad and needed to dampen it before wiping because the idea of just using it dry did not feel sanitary. But the damp tp idea was not good and for years I just held it in for days if needed.
Long story short, I ended making a travel bidet out of a large squeeze bottle and a hooked nozzle.
They do. And in a pinch, Ive seen people just take an ordinary plastic pop bottle, poke a small hole in the lid at an angle and use it as a 'bidet' Works ok from the front, not so easy for where...
They do. And in a pinch, Ive seen people just take an ordinary plastic pop bottle, poke a small hole in the lid at an angle and use it as a 'bidet' Works ok from the front, not so easy for where you really want it though unless you're quite uh... flexible.
Yeah my initial bidet purchase was in preparation for a surgery that would make the flexibility for normal wiping a problem temporarily, so I can imagine that would've been too much for me lol
Yeah my initial bidet purchase was in preparation for a surgery that would make the flexibility for normal wiping a problem temporarily, so I can imagine that would've been too much for me lol
I get it. People are uncomfortable with water shooting up their bunghole. Cornholio does not approve of bidets (IYKYK). But, seriously cold water or not: so very much better than TP! I bought a...
I get it. People are uncomfortable with water shooting up their bunghole. Cornholio does not approve of bidets (IYKYK).
But, seriously cold water or not: so very much better than TP!
I bought a cheap Tushy add-on for each of our bathrooms, as I didn't want to deal with another water line for hot nor add grounded electrical outlets for each toilet.
I have zero regrets!
My bunghole is clean all week long—except when I travel leading ti relative discomfort.
Nearly 15 years ago I got acquainted with the bidet during a field season in Jordan and very long case of King Abdullah's revenge (explosive diarrhea). At that time, switching from single ply...
Nearly 15 years ago I got acquainted with the bidet during a field season in Jordan and very long case of King Abdullah's revenge (explosive diarrhea). At that time, switching from single ply toilet paper I would have to burn or bury in the field felt like I had ascended into heaven. 100% convert to the way of the bidet.
Getting to try the toilets in Japan was the next level. The robotic welcome and bow when you entered the sanctuary. The warmed seat for the right reason. In-freaking-credible. God I want a Toto.
We have a basic Tushy. It does the job well, though I think the price tag mostly goes towards marketing - including the literal soundtrack to pooping with a bidet. Give it a listen there are bangers on it. My advice if you're dipping a toe is to get a cheap one on amazon and figure out what you like/don't like and go from there!
Back in the day, traditional bidets were fairly common in Brazil. Nowadays most places just have an "ass douche". It's like a tiny shower for your ass lol. You aim it and press a button for the...
Back in the day, traditional bidets were fairly common in Brazil. Nowadays most places just have an "ass douche". It's like a tiny shower for your ass lol. You aim it and press a button for the water to come out. Not very luxurious, I'll admit. But I don't mind. It saves a lot on toilet paper.
I like bidets, and like many, I prefer it over TP for all the same reasons. But I don’t like a lot of the typical designs of bidets. They can be hard to maintain and may not last if you have kids...
I like bidets, and like many, I prefer it over TP for all the same reasons. But I don’t like a lot of the typical designs of bidets. They can be hard to maintain and may not last if you have kids in the house. One thing I don’t like is when the bidet apparatus is attached to a seat, because then you are basically stuck using that seat. If you are looking to buy something like that, I would really look into the quality of the seat itself, and maybe avoid a hollow one. The problem with the hollow one is that liquid will get inside and it can’t be cleaned all the way. Another thing is to avoid gimmicky designs, which for me includes an integrated toilet bowl cleaning liquid dispenser. Sounds nice, but not only will you probably need to buy refills, that just makes for more breakable parts.
Reposting my last comment about bidets for anyone wondering about taking the plunge.
Reposting my last comment about bidets for anyone wondering about taking the plunge.
You can add one of these (https://a.co/d/cJwAk5L) without modifying the toilet and it doesn’t need a power outlet. The water is cold, which might take some getting used to, but it is a powerful stream and does a fantastic job. I have almost no handyman experience and was able to add it in about 40 minutes.
I've installed a bidet like the ones linked here in Europe, and they absolutely don't require a plumber. A normal person can attach it to the water pipes under their bathroom sink without any...
I've installed a bidet like the ones linked here in Europe, and they absolutely don't require a plumber. A normal person can attach it to the water pipes under their bathroom sink without any other such experience, and from then on they draw their water from the same place the water you wash your hands with comes from. Unless UK bathroom sinks are designed wildly differently from both the US and Europe, they're very easy to install yourself. The Amazon UK page linked shows installation instructions that match more or less with my experience, except that it seems to connect to the water from the toilet cistern directly rather than the sink -- several of the reviews mention easily installing it themselves, though one mentions that you'd need a plumber if you had a different type of toilet. Those cistern-type toilets aren't common here, but luckily the bathroom sink is also perfectly suitable with the models on offer in Europe.
Perhaps your house has particularly antiquated fittings? Certainly other reviewers from the UK were able to install it themselves without too much fuss. One of the UK Amazon reviews says the...
Perhaps your house has particularly antiquated fittings? Certainly other reviewers from the UK were able to install it themselves without too much fuss. One of the UK Amazon reviews says the following:
Easily installed in about half an hour using the fittings supplied to tap into the 15mm copper cold water pipe feeding the toilet cistern. If you have a toilet where the pipes are buried in the wall or a close coupled cistern where the cold water pipe is not easily got at,the job will be considerably harder and probably need a plumber.
My installation definitely didn't need a hacksaw, just a wrench and the provided parts (they include a T-adapter with this type of bidet, for instance). You could definitely get leaks if you did it improperly, but doing it properly was not very difficult with my setup. If you'd like, I can take a picture of what my installation looks like under my sink for a point of comparison!
Should there be manual scrubbing and/or soaping involved, or is it supposed to be a power washer situation where water pressure does all of the work? I assumed the latter and had such high hopes...
Should there be manual scrubbing and/or soaping involved, or is it supposed to be a power washer situation where water pressure does all of the work?
I assumed the latter and had such high hopes from the internet hype machine… but using a super fancy Toto toilet seat with bidet the one time I stayed at a 5-star hotel didn’t do much for me. High pressure, warmed water, aimed at the target, leaned around for full coverage, low body fat so no cheeks obstructing line of sight, didn’t rush the process. Felt nice, but still required multiple wipes after to just to get clean, then dry. Sure, it wasn’t a perfect Bristol 4, but not terrible either.
Using the oscillating pulse mode makes a big difference. You may need to run the cleaning cycle more than once, too, but you shouldn't have any additional cleaning required once you're done.
Using the oscillating pulse mode makes a big difference. You may need to run the cleaning cycle more than once, too, but you shouldn't have any additional cleaning required once you're done.
Stand alone bidets are the best! Rather than shooting water up your butt you can gently wash with soap, which is obviously more effective than water alone. Sometimes when you don't feel like...
Stand alone bidets are the best!
Rather than shooting water up your butt you can gently wash with soap, which is obviously more effective than water alone. Sometimes when you don't feel like showering you can wash your face in the sink and bathe your bits in the bidet and feel very clean.
Another bonus with the stand alone is post the coital clean up....
My family, americans, added a bidet toilet seat to our toilet during the pandemic. I would never go back.
However, in many parts of the world, bidets are standard equipment.
A friend just got one installed, so I recently had my first experience with it.
How did you feel about it? IMO it shines best once you get one installed at home and start saving on toilet paper usage and feeling cleaner. But after getting addicted to home bidet use, I've been loving my office bidet.
It felt... odd? But I expected it to, simply because it was different.
Made me curious enough to read (and share) a whole article about it. Obviously, other people also cared!
Idk about many. It’s a mainstay in Japan, but pretty uncommon still in Korea and Taiwan.
I’ve heard it’s actually fairly common in the richer islamic countries, since it’s considered more cleanly religiously or something.
They would probably be popular in Hong Kong but the big problem preventing a simple upgrade is that nearly all non-rural buildings (even new construction) use seawater (with minimal processing) for flushing and that shouldn't be used for spraying
Bidets are quite common in parts of Southern Europe, although I think separate bidet installations are more traditionally there than the modern toilet attachments. The hotel I stayed at in Lisbon had one, and I'm told there's actually legislation requiring them more generally in Portugal.
Mhm, it's extremely common here in Spain too so I imagine most mediterranean countries also have a similar experience. They are definitely seen as a separate fixture rather than the more modern toilet attachments. In fact, it's almost expected in a lot of households, especially in older apartments or family homes. It's interesting how something so standard here can be quite rare in other parts of the world!
Seems pretty common here in Korea. The bathrooms at my university all have them, and everyone I know has one in their house. They aren’t as common in public bathrooms such as train stations, though.
Even in poor Islamic countries, bidets are ubiquitous. Though in those cases it's more of a hose next to the hole in the ground. But yeah, in Islam you ritually clean with water and bidets seem like a reasonable outgrowth of that.
I have seen it in Italy and France
I have one (bb2000) and would replace it instantly if it broke. I'm pretty frugal and get buyers remorse from practically every purchase I make that isn't necessity, but this one is the exception. I love it.
Idk about your specific model but if it helps your frugal heart, most bidets amortize themselves within a couple years simply because you buy less toilet paper.
I got one of those attachments to an existing toilet seat, and it's been amazing. Had it for a few years now, am super satisfied
I’ve got an integrated Toto Washlet+ and it’s amazing. Not a fan of a separate bidet. Also, not a fan of cold water bidets — yikes.
I am glad I sprang a bit extra for a bidet that mixes cold and hot water for its input, so I can get it to the right temperature. But erring on the side of too cold is always better than too hot, for sure.
Warm water is nice. But IMO cold is absolutely fine, warm creates more maintenance issues with mold etc, and at a decent pressure it makes less difference than you'd think. Definitely not 'yikes' territory for me, even after using a bidet for a couple of years in a poorly insulated Northern New England home. But I wouldn't judge anyone who felt otherwise, I just appreciate my simple home setup.
Big fan of the bum gun attachment! My last flat had one and it's the thing I miss most about that place. I wish it was more popular in the UK.
We installed one as a (coarse) cloth diaper cleaner before throwing them in the wash. Definitely became a personal hygiene product. Also led to a bidet toilet seat a few years later, though cold water only. I have a nice Toto to install once we have a grounded AC outlet installed
After you're used to a bidet, toilet paper wiping makes you feel like a neanderthal.
You’re certainly not the first I’ve seen echoing that sentiment, which (ironically?) is probably the biggest reason I’ve avoided them.
I know that I’m susceptible to the Quality of Life Ratchet, where once I have some luxury thing in my life, I’m deeply frustrated if I ever have to do without.
I’m sure someday they’ll be standardised across the world so for now I’m happy to be a Neanderthal 😊
Or... you could go all in and be the person who invented The Portable Bidet and start a movement. Pun intended.
Silly bathroom story. Since I grew up with bidets, I genuinely did not know how to use toilet paper. My thinking is that you make a big wad and needed to dampen it before wiping because the idea of just using it dry did not feel sanitary. But the damp tp idea was not good and for years I just held it in for days if needed.
Long story short, I ended making a travel bidet out of a large squeeze bottle and a hooked nozzle.
To be fair, I think they do sell these specifically as travel/camping bidets, at least these days!
They do. And in a pinch, Ive seen people just take an ordinary plastic pop bottle, poke a small hole in the lid at an angle and use it as a 'bidet' Works ok from the front, not so easy for where you really want it though unless you're quite uh... flexible.
Yeah my initial bidet purchase was in preparation for a surgery that would make the flexibility for normal wiping a problem temporarily, so I can imagine that would've been too much for me lol
I get it. People are uncomfortable with water shooting up their bunghole. Cornholio does not approve of bidets (IYKYK).
But, seriously cold water or not: so very much better than TP!
I bought a cheap Tushy add-on for each of our bathrooms, as I didn't want to deal with another water line for hot nor add grounded electrical outlets for each toilet.
I have zero regrets!
My bunghole is clean all week long—except when I travel leading ti relative discomfort.
Nearly 15 years ago I got acquainted with the bidet during a field season in Jordan and very long case of King Abdullah's revenge (explosive diarrhea). At that time, switching from single ply toilet paper I would have to burn or bury in the field felt like I had ascended into heaven. 100% convert to the way of the bidet.
Getting to try the toilets in Japan was the next level. The robotic welcome and bow when you entered the sanctuary. The warmed seat for the right reason. In-freaking-credible. God I want a Toto.
We have a basic Tushy. It does the job well, though I think the price tag mostly goes towards marketing - including the literal soundtrack to pooping with a bidet. Give it a listen there are bangers on it. My advice if you're dipping a toe is to get a cheap one on amazon and figure out what you like/don't like and go from there!
Back in the day, traditional bidets were fairly common in Brazil. Nowadays most places just have an "ass douche". It's like a tiny shower for your ass lol. You aim it and press a button for the water to come out. Not very luxurious, I'll admit. But I don't mind. It saves a lot on toilet paper.
For my Canadian/American friends I can highly recommend this Brondell bidet Surprisingly cheap and we had one for 5 years with no issues.
I like bidets, and like many, I prefer it over TP for all the same reasons. But I don’t like a lot of the typical designs of bidets. They can be hard to maintain and may not last if you have kids in the house. One thing I don’t like is when the bidet apparatus is attached to a seat, because then you are basically stuck using that seat. If you are looking to buy something like that, I would really look into the quality of the seat itself, and maybe avoid a hollow one. The problem with the hollow one is that liquid will get inside and it can’t be cleaned all the way. Another thing is to avoid gimmicky designs, which for me includes an integrated toilet bowl cleaning liquid dispenser. Sounds nice, but not only will you probably need to buy refills, that just makes for more breakable parts.
Reposting my last comment about bidets for anyone wondering about taking the plunge.
I've installed a bidet like the ones linked here in Europe, and they absolutely don't require a plumber. A normal person can attach it to the water pipes under their bathroom sink without any other such experience, and from then on they draw their water from the same place the water you wash your hands with comes from. Unless UK bathroom sinks are designed wildly differently from both the US and Europe, they're very easy to install yourself. The Amazon UK page linked shows installation instructions that match more or less with my experience, except that it seems to connect to the water from the toilet cistern directly rather than the sink -- several of the reviews mention easily installing it themselves, though one mentions that you'd need a plumber if you had a different type of toilet. Those cistern-type toilets aren't common here, but luckily the bathroom sink is also perfectly suitable with the models on offer in Europe.
Perhaps your house has particularly antiquated fittings? Certainly other reviewers from the UK were able to install it themselves without too much fuss. One of the UK Amazon reviews says the following:
My installation definitely didn't need a hacksaw, just a wrench and the provided parts (they include a T-adapter with this type of bidet, for instance). You could definitely get leaks if you did it improperly, but doing it properly was not very difficult with my setup. If you'd like, I can take a picture of what my installation looks like under my sink for a point of comparison!
Should there be manual scrubbing and/or soaping involved, or is it supposed to be a power washer situation where water pressure does all of the work?
I assumed the latter and had such high hopes from the internet hype machine… but using a super fancy Toto toilet seat with bidet the one time I stayed at a 5-star hotel didn’t do much for me. High pressure, warmed water, aimed at the target, leaned around for full coverage, low body fat so no cheeks obstructing line of sight, didn’t rush the process. Felt nice, but still required multiple wipes after to just to get clean, then dry. Sure, it wasn’t a perfect Bristol 4, but not terrible either.
Using the oscillating pulse mode makes a big difference. You may need to run the cleaning cycle more than once, too, but you shouldn't have any additional cleaning required once you're done.
Stand alone bidets are the best!
Rather than shooting water up your butt you can gently wash with soap, which is obviously more effective than water alone. Sometimes when you don't feel like showering you can wash your face in the sink and bathe your bits in the bidet and feel very clean.
Another bonus with the stand alone is post the coital clean up....