Bidets have existed for more than 300 years and are preferred over toilet paper across much of the world. But, only lately have bidets started to make headway into the US. There are a number of reasons to consider adding a bidet to your bathroom, from helping the environment to saving money.
So, let’s take a look at some of these benefits.
- Prevents Waste
In the US, an average of more than 36 billion rolls of toilet paper are used every year, which requires more than 15 million trees. It even takes much more water to make a roll of toilet paper than it takes to use a bidet.
With a bidet, most people use at most only a small amount of toilet paper to dry off and often none at all. This makes it a far more environmentally conscious choice.
- It’s Cleaner
It’s pretty much inevitable that using only dry toilet paper is going to leave some amount of residue. But water is known as the universal solvent for a reason. It is incredibly effective at cleaning your skin without harmful chemicals.
With a bidet, you can increase personal hygiene by avoiding skin-to-skin contact. This can avoid the transfer of potentially harmful germs. This is even more important given that studies have shown the majority of Americans do not properly wash their hands after bathroom use.
- Safe on Skin
Americans have been gradually turning to bidets, now more than ever, because of how gentle they are on the skin. Those suffering from conditions causing sensitivity such as hemorrhoids and allergies can struggle with the harsh contact caused by using toilet paper.
A significant amount of the population suffers from this sensitivity, and often times this can be significantly alleviated by using a bidet. Often new mothers are particularly harmed during the healing process by toilet paper, and one of the best ways to help the recovery process is to switch to a bidet.
- Better for Plumbing
Everyone knows and dreads a clogged toilet. It is probably one of the least pleasant things that can happen in the washroom. But, much of the time, this is due to toilet paper causing clogs in the plumbing.
With a bidet, you can not only save on your toilet paper usage but also reduce the amount of toilet paper in your plumbing system. This will greatly reduce the chances of a clogged toilet happening.
- Affordable and Easy to Install
A modern bidet is often far more affordable than most people think. Oftentimes these devices can be added without major additions to plumbing or electricity. They are easy to use, generally only requiring the push of a button. This can make them of immense value to seniors and those suffering from mobility issues.
Final Thoughts
Many Americans see bidets as just a foreign oddity, but these devices are starting to make a big impact on toiletry nationwide. It’s easy to see why with how much this one device can increase cleanliness, comfort and prevent waste. Out of all the gadgets on the market today, consider one that can help your personal hygiene and overall health.
Contact Us
For more information on how a new hygienic bidet can help you or for having one installed, call J Griffin Heating & Plumbing. With more than 30 years of experience helping homeowners, we can help you, just call 781-520-1212 or connect with us on Facebook.