Bidets

A bidet is basically a shallow plumbing fixture that sprays water as an alternative to using toilet paper. You’ll often see a bidet positioned next to a toilet. A bidet is not a replacement for a toilet but rather a different, hygienic way to clean up afterward. The defining characteristic of any bidet toilet is the spray nozzle. Some bidets feature dual nozzles, one with a regular posterior wash and one for a feminine wash. After washing off, pat dry with a towel, rinse out the basin and then, of course, wash your hands with soap and water. One of the best things about the wide variety of bidets on the market today is the different types of styles. Some bidets are standalone units, and you can find other styles like bidet seats and universal bidet attachments that fit right onto your toilet, which means you don’t have to take up additional space in your bathroom to accommodate a bidet.

Not sure how to pick the right bidet? You can find more information to help you make a decision in our Personal Bidet Buying Guide.

You can add a bidet or bidet seat to your toilet and it will function similarly as a toilet with a built-in bidet. Bidet attachments are universal: They are designed to work on practically any one-piece or two-piece toilet. A metal-plated knob on the universal attachment makes it easy to control water pressure. There are a variety of adjustable settings on bidet attachments, too. For example, adjustable water pressure and an adjustable heated bidet seat have multiple settings for maximum comfort and cleanliness. Self-cleaning bidet toilets ensure hassle-free operation and maintenance; each use of the bidet is sanitary and requires no extra work for you. Before and after use, self-cleaning bidets will rinse the nozzle to ensure each experience is hygienic.

Bidets are not a typical home appliance or considered a household essential in the United States, but they are commonly found in Europe, Latin America and Asia. Bidet toilets are a hygienic solution for anyone, and they can be particularly helpful for those with limited mobility. A stream of controllable warm water is also gentler than toilet paper; water is generally more sanitary than paper, too. But there are more essentials to know before buying a bidet toilet seat. Bidets are cleaner and more efficient than toilet paper: The paper waste can be replaced with a stream of water, making a bidet a great sustainable product for home that keeps pipes from clogging and cuts down on single-use paper products.