How to use the Bidet
A bidet is an object commonly found in toilets, whose function is similar to that of toilet paper. This function is achieved through the use of water. We tell you below everything you need to know about this object, how to use it and some recommendations so you know how to use it correctly and hygienically.
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What is a bidet and all about use The bidet is basically an object designed to wash the anal and genital area, both male and female, once the toilet has been used. It usually consists of an oval container, of a size very similar to that of the toilet, but a little lower than this, with water outlet and drainage. Commonly made of earthenware or porcelain.
His name comes from the French, in this language bidet means horse, and it is due to the position that is adopted when making use of the object. Its use is a matter of culture, in many countries it is an essential object in the toilets, while others are nothing more than a nuisance in the bathroom. The truth of the case is that it has multiple advantages as well as disadvantages.
Some advantages of making use of the bidet are:
- It is considered much more hygienic than sanitary paper.
- It is highly recommended for those who suffer from sensitive skin, since there is no paper friction that causes irritation.
- You get a greater feeling of cleanliness It is more ecological, because there is no waste of toilet paper and less water is used than in the shower.
- It is usually believed that it is a kind of complement to the common shower that is taken daily.
Many people compare not using the bidet like washing a car without using water.
While, some of those that are considered as disadvantages are:
- According to the culture, it can become useless, so it occupies a space in the toilet that can be used for something else.
- By not using paper to clean, you have direct contact with human waste.
- In many occasions, it is used to avoid the daily shower.
The bidet is widely used in Argentina and Uruguay, followed by France and other European countries.
Instructions for using the bidet
Well, now that you know the advantages and disadvantages of the bidet, it is time to know how to use it. It is very common to find one in a bathroom to see it with a surprised face and in many cases we do not even know where the water will really come from, to avoid this, read the following instructions and put them into practice the next time you come across one of these objects:
- Take off your clothes, this way you will avoid wetting your pants or shirt.
- Sit facing the water controls of the object.
- Adjust the amount of water and the pressure of it, along with the temperature, making use of the water controls that you will have in front of you.
- Make yourself comfortable, you can sit or squat on the water that comes out.
- Go to clean your intimate parts, applying the jet of water directly on the genital and anal area.
- Pass your hand, with a little soap, for your private parts.
- Dry yourself Wash your hands. Rinse the bidet, opening the water outlet for a couple of seconds.
Tips for using the bidet
It is important that you take into account a couple of recommendations when using a bidet:
- The first thing is that you feel the right way, looking towards the water controls, in this way you can control the amount of water and the temperature of it, according to your tastes and needs.
- The important thing when you get comfortable to use the bidet is to make sure that the water reaches your private parts.
- Some bidets do not have jets of water, if you see that this happens do not be surprised.
- In that case, the bidet is designed to fill with water as if it were a sink.
- If so, you will have to use your hands to cleanse yourself. Before you finish using the bidet make sure you do not have the option to let out the necessary air to dry, in case you do not have this advance you will have to use a towel.
- Do not forget to wash the bidet when you finish using it, this will ensure that it is clean for the next time you want to use it, while at the same time avoiding the proliferation of infections.
- If you use a bidet that is not yours, before using it, make sure you know where the water jet is, otherwise you could end up taking a bath without wanting to.
- For this, locate the water controls and open them slowly and slowly and start to see where you can see a water outlet.