How to use a bidet
If you make a trip to Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, East Asia or China, it is likely that at some point you will find a bidet in the bathroom. The bidet uses a jet of water to perform a function similar to that of toilet paper. Essentially it is a sink that is used to wash the genital and anal area after using the toilet. Your first encounter with a bidet could be a bit confusing, but in fact they are very simple and hygienic to use.
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Use the bidet
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First use the toilet. Consider that the purpose of the bidet is to cleanse after going to the bathroom. You can use the bidet along with toilet paper or alone. Some think that the use of the bidet is a hygienic substitute for toilet paper, but many choose to use both.
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Find the bidet. Sometimes, the bidet is located near the toilet, installed on the wall, it looks like a low sink or a toilet with taps. However, many modern bidets are installed in the toilet seat, so that it is not necessary to stand and sit in another accessory. [1] The following are the two main types of bidet: those that are an independent accessory and the bidets installed in the toilet seat, which are the most common in Asia.
Independent: these bidets are a separate accessory and are usually found next to the toilet. However, sometimes you will find them on the other side of the bathroom or in the hallway. [2] In any of these cases, you will have to use the toilet, then stand up and sit on the bidet. This is the original model of the bidet that was designed in Europe in the 18th century. [3]
On the toilet seat: many bathrooms in Asia and America do not have enough space to fit an extra accessory next to the toilet, so they are equipped with bidets or accessories that are installed in the toilet seat. In this way, it will not be necessary for you to stop to cleanse yourself. [4]
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Sit on an independent bidet. In most independent bidets you can choose if you feel watching the water controls of the same or giving them back, just as you would in the toilet. In general, it is easier to control the temperature and flow of water if you get comfortable looking at the controls. This way you will be able to see the water when it comes out and it will be easier to clean yourself. [5]
If you are wearing pants, you may have to remove them in order to sit on the bidet facing the controls. If you do not want to take off your pants completely, try to remove only one leg so that you can move your legs around the bidet.
Ultimately, consider that the manner in which you accommodate could be dictated by the position of the jet and by the area of your body that you wish to wash. That is, if you need to wash the front, it may be easier to get comfortable in front of the jets, while if you want to wash the back, it is probably better to turn your back on them.
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Activates the bidet mounted on the toilet seat. Look for the "Wash" button on the remote control of the bidet that will usually be mounted on the wall next to the toilet. You could also find the button on the toilet itself. A nozzle will appear below you that will rinse your private parts with a jet of water. [6]
When you are finished, simply press the "Stop" button. The mouthpiece will rinse and back again into the interior of the seat.
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To clean your private parts
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Adjust the temperature and strength of the water jet to your liking. If the bidet has controls for hot and cold water, start by opening the hot water. Once it is hot, add cold water until you reach a comfortable temperature. Be very careful when opening the water, since many bidets can produce a very strong jet just by opening the water. You may discover that it is necessary to hold the control so that the water continues to flow out.
In hot climates, such as those in the Middle East, it is best to open the cold water first. Keep in mind that the water will not need time to warm up and, if you open the hot one first, you could burn sensitive areas of your body.
Make sure you know where the water jet is or you could end up giving a surprise shower. If the bidet has a fixed water outlet in the cup, which is unlikely in the UK due to regulations, place your hand on the jet to control the water outlet and then press or pull the diverter valve between the keys of water or directly behind them.
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Settle down Sit or squat on the jet, so that the water reaches the area you need to clean. You can stay on the bidet or sit on it. Consider that most bidets do not have a seat, but still are designed to sit on them, one sits directly on the porcelain edge. Some bidets do not have water jets, they simply have a faucet that fills the cup, much like a toilet bowl would fill up. In this last case, you will have to use your hands to wash yourself. [7]
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Asea your back and your genitals. If you use a bidet with water jet, in general you can let the water pressure do its job. Either way, you might consider using your wet hands to pass them through the area and clean it more quickly. You can always wash your hands when you're done!
Consider the possibility of combining the bidet with toilet paper. You can use the paper at the end, to finish the work, or moisten it in the water and use it to cleanse yourself.
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Finish your toilet
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Dry your skin Some bidets have an included air dryer that you can use. Look for the "Dry" button next to the "wash" button and the "Stop" button. If you do not have an air dryer, simply dry yourself with toilet paper. In many cases, you will find a towel on a towel rack next to the bidet. This has the objective of drying your genitals or hands, but sometimes it is used to dry the drops that remain on the edge of the bidet after rinsing it.
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Rinse the bidet. Once you have gotten off the bidet, open the jets with very little pressure for a few seconds, in order to rinse the cup and keep the bidet clean. This is a matter of discretion and common courtesy.
Make sure to close the water before leaving the bathroom. If you leave it running, you will waste water.
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Wash your hands. Use soap and water, as you do every time you go to the bathroom. If you can not find a soap, use whatever is available.
Tips
- The steps to use a modern bidet, installed on the toilet are essentially the same as those described above, except that you will simply remain seated on the toilet to use the bidet. These could be electronically controlled or they could have the controls next to it. Some include two nozzles, one short jet to wash the anus and another longer that women can use to wash their genitals, others have a single mouthpiece with two options.
- Some additional benefits of using a bidet are:
- Those who have limited mobility, such as the elderly , the disabled or the sick, can use the bidet to stay clean when using the bathtub or shower is uncomfortable or dangerous.
- They are especially useful for people who suffer from hemorrhoids , as they reduce the number of times paper is used to cleanse.
- The use of the bidet can help women when they menstruate and avoid or minimize the recurrence of infections of vaginal candidiasis, the bad smell and help the relief of menstrual pain.
- You can use a bidet to wash your feet quickly.
- Some countries are especially known for having bidets: South Korea, Japan, Egypt, Greece, Italy , Spain, France, Portugal, Turkey, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Venezuela, Lebanon, India and Pakistan.
- You can buy a bidet and install it in your toilet. Some of them are electric, but others are not.
Warnings
- Wipe with toilet paper at least once after having moved the belly and before using the bidet. Excessive stool residue could clog the drain, this could be very unpleasant for anyone who uses the bidet after you.
- It is not recommended to drink bidet water. The jet could touch a dirty area and become contaminated.
- Some people use the bidet to bathe the baby . It is not advisable to do this unless it is the only use that is given to the bidet, make sure to check with the cleaning service if this is the case, since the bidets to bathe babies are quite similar to the traditional ones.
- Do not over adjust the bidet attachments, otherwise the rubber washer could be damaged.
- If you are in an area where questionable water purification, avoid using the bidet in areas where your skin is injured or irritated. Keep in mind that your skin alone is an adequate barrier against infections when it is unharmed.
- Be very careful when adjusting the temperature and pressure of the bidet water jet. You want to avoid burning sensitive skin and high blood pressure can be very irritating.