You may have never heard of a bidet. Some would say that you’re missing out if you’ve never experienced one of these, and others might say different.
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The bidet system originated in France and has since traveled across Europe, Asia, and South America. In fact, one of the few developed countries to still not openly accept it is the United States.
Traditionally, a bidet system was installed separately from the toilet itself and was used after the toilet. Today, the newest toilet tech is combining these two systems in a single unit, giving you the bidet toilet.
How Bidets Work
You might now be wondering how this thing works. But it’s actually pretty simple. A bidet toilet functions the same as a standard toilet for the most part. The difference comes when you wipe. Instead of using toilet paper, a bidet offers a soft spray of warmed water to clean off the area eliminating the need for wiping or toilet paper. After the water, a quality bidet will blow warmed air to dry the area. Leaving you clean, dry, and ready to keep moving throughout your day.
Popularity
There has been a sudden spark of interest in bidet toilets, and it’s causing a lot of people to consider them. One of the big reasons that they’re becoming more popular is because of the health benefits to a toilet like this. Let’s dive in and see what some of the health benefits are and some other things might make you consider getting one for yourself!
Health Benefits
There are several health benefits that all revolve around keeping yourself cleaner than you sometimes otherwise can with traditional toilet paper. This is especially true for those with disabilities or who might be more prone to issues related to using the bathroom.
If you’ve ever experienced discomfort from wiping or cleaning yourself, then you might also consider a bidet to help with that. The gentle flow of water won’t irritate or agitate at all.
Financial Benefits
Just as there are many health benefits, there are also many financial benefits. You’d be surprised how much money you can save when you don’t have to buy toilet paper!
On average, a single person uses $10 worth of toilet paper every month. That can get to be a considerable amount if you add in a spouse and the three kids that make up an average family in the US. Next thing you know, you’re averaging around $50 a month. With a bidet system, you won’t be using any. That’s right; you can wipe that expense away!
Additionally, if you use any type of wet wipes to help aid in cleanliness, you won’t have to be purchasing those either. There just won’t be a need after you begin using your bidet.
Plumbing problems aren’t always very common, but some people will have issues with clogging or pumps going out due to the high amounts of toilet paper, wipes, and other flushables. With a bidet system, the majority of what is being flushed is water. That means no clogged toilets and less plumbing issues in the long run.
Environmental Benefits
While this benefit might not directly affect you, it is something that a lot of people are taking into consideration. The production of toilet paper is harmful to the environment for many reasons. The production itself, the materials used to create it and package it, and the shipment of it around the world.
By not using toilet paper, you’re helping to reduce your carbon footprint and, in turn, leave a better planet behind. Who doesn’t want to be able to do that on the daily?
Lastly, the production of just one roll of toilet paper uses approximately 37 gallons of water. That’s a lot of water and nowhere near how much a bidet uses for each flush.
Installations
There are quite a few different features offered in bidet toilets. Some can cost as much as $12,000 and are definitely a luxury. Things like remote controls, heated seats, heated water, and heated air dry are common in upper-class models. With all those features you’re able to get a royal treatment before you flush.
If having all the gadgets is slightly outside of your price range, there are options for cheaper models or attachments to your standard toilet. It’s not uncommon for someone to buy a simple unit and install it on there existing toilets. Using a unit like that won’t be as comfortable, but it will, in many ways, still get the job done.
If you’re looking to get a bidet toilet installed in your bathroom, in most cases, you should reach out to a professional. In order to properly install a bidet toilet, you’ll need power running to your toilet, and the toilet will need to pressurized.
Reach out to us at constructioin2style, and we can help you get your bidet toilet up and running. You might also want to remodel your bathroom while you’re at it. It’s definitely a great time to get it done. We’d love to be apart of your whole project, contact us today!
