#bidets

[dailymanners]

It's Tuesday, and it's been a few weeks I think since my last Off Topic Tuesday, so I want to take the opportunity to talk about something very near and dear to my heart: the bidet.

I am an unapologetic bidet enthusiast. I strongly believe bidets to be superior over toilet paper alone.

Bidets are more eco friendly. People bring up the water usage as an environmental concern, however, bidets actually use less water than the amount of water it takes to produce toilet paper. As the article points out “It takes 37 gallons of water to make just one roll of toilet paper.” (Producing one roll of toilet paper also requires approximately 1.5 pounds of wood.) In contrast, using a bidet only consumes about one pint of water."

Also pointed out in the article: it's more hygienic because your hands are less likely to come into contact with your waste.

And also pointed out, it's (generally) gentler on the skin to use water rather than to scrape yourself repeatedly with dry paper.

And honestly, you just *feel* fresher and cleaner than when you only use toilet paper.

One thing I take issue with in this article is that it makes the sweeping generalization that "Europe uses bidets". Which, honestly, to me seems like bidets are mostly common in southern Europe, and outside of southern Europe their usage is hit or miss.

I know for a fact that Finland is the only Nordic country where bidets are widely used and common in most households. It was actually briefly living in Finland that made me a bidet convert. I still favor the Finnish style of bidet and find them to be superior to the other types, mostly because the Finnish style (a hose attached to the sink) allows more maneuverability than the kind that's built into the toilet seat (more common in east Asia) or the kind that is a separate bowl next to the toilet (more common in southern Europe).

But outside of Finland, bidet ownership and usage is scarce to nearly non-existent in most of the rest of northern Europe. When I came back to Iceland I scoured every hardware and housing goods store I could find, and none of them had a bidet, so I had to order my bidet online.

So no, as a whole not all of Europe uses bidets. Mostly southern Europe, and outside of southern Europe a few places here and there, like Finland.

However, I hope that can change, and more people can see the light when it comes to bidet ownership. Everyone I know who I've talked into using and/or buying a bidet has thanked me, even if they were apprehensive at first.

If you think of bidets as gross or weird, think of this: if you got some of your waste on your arm while you were in the bathroom, would you just wipe it off with paper and call it good? Or would you actually want to wash that off properly? Why should your nether regions get inferior treatment from the rest of your body?

Or, another example taken from a text I had to read in a French class in secondary school that was supposed to open our minds about the foreign concept of using a bidet: imagine you're staying at a hotel in a foreign country, and after a long day you want to take a shower. However, there is no shower in your hotel bathroom. You walk up and down the hallway looking to see if there is a shower anywhere on your floor and you find nothing. So you go to the front desk and ask the receptionist where the shower is, to which they give you a weird look, maybe they have to suppress laugh, or maybe they look grossed out at you even suggesting you want to take a shower with water. They explain to you that there is dry paper in your bathroom, and all you need to do is wipe yourself down with the dry paper (your pits / hair / etc.), and that having a shower with water isn't considered necessary here. How would you feel?

[disableism]

Bidet for disabled father, need recs:

My father is 76 years old and disabled, and can no longer twist his arthritic shoulders around to reach behind him. He’s moving into an assisted living place, so we can’t just get a whole new toilet for there, but they said we could remove the toilet seat and put on a bidet toilet seat for him. We were looking at the comfybidet, but after some research I see that Toto is the best? Any recs on something in the $150-$300 range would be great.

Main issues we have are that my dad has a special seat that will go over the toilet, freestanding, like a commode, so that he’s higher up & able to transfer on and off easier. So the first question is what is a bidet that’s going to spray up to like 4 inches so that it will reach him even though he’s raised up over the toilet seat? And the second question is what’s a bidet that will operate even if the sensor isn’t picking up that he’s sitting on the toilet? I asked on Amazon about the comfybidet and it was determined that the spray would probably reach him, but that it wouldn’t allow the thing to turn on if it didn’t sense him sitting on the seat, which he won’t be doing because he’ll be sitting on his elevated seat. Does all that make sense? He needs something that will turn on when he pushes the button & spray regardless of whether or not it recognizes someone is sitting on it and we need something that will spray like 4 inches up so that it will reach him.

If anybody has any recommendations, we’re really scrambling here to get something ordered quickly for before he moves into the new place. Thank you in advance!

[mcelquotes]

The only way to de-stigmatize something is to talk about it.

Travis McElroy

[bluesky-out-of-context]

[roger-elizabeth-debris]

I will truly never shut the fuck up about how much I love having a bidet

[xerospaced]

That's interesting and all, but I wanna know what the fudge is going on in the countries where they're banned!?

Funniest map on the internet

[kazifatagar]

Netizen DEMANDS Bidets to be Normalised in Malaysia 

The time old tale regarding the importance of bidets in Malaysia has been debated among social media users. There are several shopping centres that do not have these hygiene devices installed in their restrooms. This has led to some users demanding for these devices to be normalised.  Netizen DEMANDS Bidets to be Normalised in…

[stayskrunchyinmilk]

Stays Krunchy in Milk Episode 546: Soft Ass Hands

Ant maintains his skin and that is to be appreciated. The bidet game would seem to be something all should look into. Moms throwing out ish is super wack. On this ep, we were beyond thrilled to be joined by the homie NicJu, live and in person! We discuss her Cleveland experience thus far. We also discuss where recreational cannabis would be available on the first day of sales in The Buckeye State. Ant and family went to Cedar Point which led to us discussing amusement park and fair rides. We also discuss what’s happening around his new house. Box attended one of the many wrestling events around town in celebration of Summer Slam and shares some of his experience there. He also updates us on his health which is mostly positive news. Nic discusses how a long road trip works in an electric vehicle and that shit is fascinating y’all! Nic also explains how to approach a woman in public successfully. Tee witnessed a car accident and it was just so stupid. We then head to the mean streets of Reddit for some absolute fire AITA’s. We then share our entertainment recommendations for the week including some fun Olympics and America’s Next top Model discussion, before wrapping it up with a bit of listener feedback. See you next time,

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[fimacarlofrattin]

Seven Key Benefits Of Using A Bidet In Your Washroom 

Bidets are bathroom fixtures designed to cleanse the genital and anal areas with a stream of water. They offer a more hygienic and environmentally friendly alternative to toilet paper.

Improved Hygiene: Bidets offer a more thorough and gentle cleaning compared to toilet paper, reducing the risk of infections and irritation.

Environmental Benefits: Using a bidet reduces the need for toilet paper, which can save trees and reduce the amount of waste and energy used in manufacturing and transporting toilet paper.

Cost Savings: Although the initial investment in a bidet might be higher, it can lead to significant savings over time by reducing the need to purchase toilet paper.

Comfort and Convenience: Bidets provide a more comfortable and soothing experience, especially for people with sensitive skin, hemorrhoids, or other medical conditions.

Reduced Plumbing Issues: Bidets can help prevent plumbing problems caused by excessive toilet paper use, such as clogs and blockages.

Enhanced Cleanliness: For people with mobility issues or disabilities, bidets can offer greater independence and improve personal hygiene without requiring assistance.

Better Post-Surgery Care: For those recovering from surgery or childbirth, bidets can provide a gentler and more hygienic way to clean the sensitive areas without causing additional pain or discomfort.

Read More - https://www.fimacf.in/everything-you-need-to-know-about-bidets/ 

[disableism]

My grandfather used a similar seat after hip surgery.

Is it possible to mount the bidet to the top of the raised seat?

Hmmm, that’s an interesting thought. Idk how the water part works. If it has to be closer to the toilet to get the water to pump through? Luckily we have a cousin who is a plumber, so maybe he could find a way to rig it. I will keep this thought in mind as I keep shopping, have my eye on how the setup works to see if any of them look like they can be rigged. Thank you so much for the suggestion!

[bampotsdiary]

This device is a defo requirement fur any sit doon toilet user an no jist fur oor the festive period either ,the hing wis patented back in 2020 but a still canny seem tae git ma hauns oan wan .

Wait fur it !

[ritika-verma]

Sparkle Down There: Bidet Sprays for a Refreshing Cleanse

[kazifatagar]

Social Media Users Disgusted with Countries That Have NO Bidets 

The bidet is a popular fixture in Southeast Asian toilets, preferred over tissue paper for its cleanliness. Reports suggest bidets can help prevent infections and diseases. An X user expressed fear of travelling to countries without bidets, finding toilet paper inadequate. Social media users disgusted with countries that have no bidets  i hate going to those fancy malls with just tolet paper…

[blooniverse]

Boston Transitional Bathroom Inspiration for a large transitional master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile and gray floor double shower remodel with gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, recessed-panel cabinets and white countertops

[tinalilith1]

Why Bidets are the Perfect Addition to Your Bathroom

Rectal surgeons and experts claim that a toilet with a built-in bidet delivers superior comfort and cleansing over regular toilet paper. 

[worldiary]

We are animals for not having bidets in all restrooms everywhere.