The bidet a universal fixture found in the Middle East, Asia and Europe. In fact, 97% of Italian households have one yet they are far less common in the UK. There a few good reasons to own a bidet, so here’s what us Brits are missing out on and why bidets are practical and can provide excellent benefits to our well being and finances.
Many people find the idea of a bidet a bit invasive, although anyone who has never used a bidet does not realise just how excellent a bathroom appliance they can be or what they offer. Most people that have used a bidet enjoy the experience, with many who could not imagine returning to the old method of cleaning themselves after using the bathroom. Bidets offer numerous benefits and using one can change your bathroom habits permanently.
Bidets Provide Better Personal Hygiene and Cleaning
Although toilet paper dries the skin after using the toilet some residue tends to remain on the skin. A bidet rinses away any residue leaving you feeling clean and refreshed.
Bidets are an Environmentally Friendly Choice
Having a bidet in your bathroom can significantly reduce the amount of toilet paper your household uses, this can be very beneficial to the environment. When you consider the costs of packaging, transportation and other additional factors for manufacturing toilet paper, the cost of a bidet does not seem so expensive.
Having a bidet can save you a lot of money in the long run and is less harmful to the environment. Also, the bleaching process used to produce toilet paper is very damaging to the planet and people. Bleach produces a by-product called Dioxin, a substance linked to cancer found in both humans and animals. Choosing a bidet is by far a more environmentally friendly choice.
Save Money by Choosing a Bidet
Choosing a bidet can help you to save money while also being eco-friendly. Even though you have a best you may still use a small amount of paper but this amount will be nothing compared to if you were not use a bidet. In addition to saving money on toilet paper purchases, you will also reduce your household waste because there is less packaging to dispose of when you buy less toilet paper.
A Bidet Provides Better Skin Care
Using toilet paper to clean ourselves can be rough on our skin. If you suffer from dry skin conditions and irritation the warm wash of a bidet can be soothing, keeping you as clean as possible which will make you more comfortable. The temperature of the water stream in a bidet can be changed to suit the user, as well as where the water is directed.
Reduce Plumbing Problems and Prevent Blockages
A bidet can help you reduce plumbing problems in your home, and will contribute to prevent clogs in your sewer pipes. Calling out a professional plumber can be costly, and plumbing problems can be a bit upheaval. Using a bidet can help to reduce the risk of these issues or even eliminated entirely. With all of the benefits and advantages that a bidet offers why would anyone choose to use toilet paper alone?
