Imagine a world where you feel cleaner, save money, and benefit the environment—all by making one simple change in your bathroom routine. Okay, okay…that sounds like the opening to a late night infomercial from the 90’s, but that’s exactly what a bidet can do for you. 

Switching from toilet paper to a bidet offers numerous benefits that might surprise you. 

Here are seven reasons why using a bidet can be better than using toilet paper.

1. Superior Cleanliness

When it comes to cleanliness, a bidet is far superior to toilet paper. Water cleans much more thoroughly than dry paper. Think about cleaning your hands: you wouldn't just wipe them with a dry towel and call them good. A bidet uses a gentle stream of water to wash away any waste, leaving you feeling fresh and clean.

2. Better for Your Skin

Using toilet paper can be rough on your skin. Frequent wiping, especially with rough toilet paper, can cause irritation, rashes, or even bleeding in some extreme cases. This is particularly problematic for people with sensitive skin or conditions like hemorrhoids. A bidet, on the other hand, is much gentler. The stream of water cleans without rubbing, reducing the risk of irritation and keeping your skin healthy and comfortable.

3. Cost-Effective

Over time, using a bidet can save you a lot of money. The average person uses dozens of rolls of toilet paper each year, which can add up when multiplied by a family. With a bidet, you reduce or even eliminate the need for toilet paper. Although there’s an initial cost to install a bidet, it’s not as much as you might think.

In the past, you had to install an additional “appliance” with a standalone bidet. But today, bidet toilet seats can be installed on any existing toilet and set up in minutes. It takes no time (and costs just a fraction of what a traditional bidet would cost). Not bad!

4. Environmentally Friendly

Using a bidet is much better for the environment. Producing toilet paper involves cutting down millions of trees and using large amounts of water and energy. It also creates a lot of waste, with billions of rolls of toilet paper being discarded each year. By switching to a bidet, you reduce your footprint. A bidet uses only a small amount of water per use, making it a much more sustainable choice.

5. Improved Hygiene

Bidets offer improved hygiene compared to toilet paper. Because they clean more thoroughly, they reduce the risk of bacteria and other germs being left behind. This is especially important for women, as using a bidet can help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) by ensuring better cleanliness in this area. (It’s also worth noting that bidets are good for elderly people or those with limited mobility, as they make personal hygiene easier and more effective.)

6. Comfort and Convenience

Using a bidet is incredibly comfortable and convenient. If you’ve never used one before, give it a try! Many modern bidets come with features like adjustable water pressure and temperature, warm air dryers, and even heated seats. It’s a much more enjoyable experience than you might think.

7. Fewer Plumbing Issues

Toilet paper can cause plumbing problems. Flushing large amounts of toilet paper often leads to clogs and other plumbing issues, which can be costly to fix. And while you might not think you use much toilet paper, even a little can be harmful to your plumbing. Many plumbers discourage homeowners from using three or four ply toilet paper, as the thickness can make it difficult to break down. It can get stuck on the sides of the pipe and cause blockages over time.

Bidets reduce these problems because they minimize the amount of toilet paper used. Some people even stop using toilet paper entirely. The result is a much healthier plumbing system with fewer emergency plumbing calls.

Making the Switch to a Bidet

Switching from toilet paper to a bidet has never been easier. As mentioned, you no longer have to re-work your plumbing and add an entirely new appliance. With bidet toilet seats, this is an inexpensive and simple upgrade that anyone can do from home. 

Maybe it’s time to make the switch!