Stop the toilet paper madness
It's an awkward topic, and switching feels unfamiliar. Here's the friendly version: rinsing with water instead of wiping dry can feel cleaner and gentler, cut the paper you buy and throw away, and many bidets attach to the toilet you already have.
“The #4 best ever invention behind the book press, the computer and the internet: the toilet shower.”Ben S.
Hygiene
Let's face it: Toilet paper is far from being hygienic. Wipes do a better job but in any case, you can't get away from ripping skin and clogging pipes.
Replenish
It seems like you run out of toilet paper whenever you need it the most... And then you need to improvise...
Costs
Ever done the math? Toilet paper adds up. Especially if you want layers upon layers. And then softness. And then fragrance.
Logistics
Buying to refill your personal toilet paper vault and thus giving up space is one thing. But then having to carry bulky paper rolls bundles from the store is another.
Environment
Did you know that toilet paper is super terrible for our planet? It also negatively impacts our water quality.
What it actually looks like
New habits feel less strange once you can picture them. Most setups sit quietly beside or on your existing toilet, and you keep the bathroom you already have.
Many bidet seats put pressure and, on some models, water temperature on a small panel at your side, so you can start gentle and adjust as you get comfortable. Prefer something simpler? Attachments with a single dial are an option too.
Instantly elevate your hygiene and wellbeing
Put an end to having to replenish toilet paper on a regular basis
Keep money in your pockets
A must have if you battle hemorrhoids
Worried about the switch?
Almost everyone has the same three questions before they try a bidet. Here are the straight answers.
The worry
“I don't want an icy surprise.”
On basic models the water comes from your toilet's own supply line, so it can feel cool, depending on where you live and the season. Most people adjust within a few uses, and if cool water is a dealbreaker, heated models warm it up for you.
The worry
“I'm picturing a mess.”
No. The nozzle sits under you and aims where it's meant to, and the pressure is adjustable. Start on the lowest setting and turn it up gradually until it feels right. If a few drops land on the seat, a quick wipe takes care of it.
The worry
“I'm not handy, and I don't want a repair bill.”
No. Most attachments connect to the water supply your toilet already has, and most people install them themselves in one sitting with basic tools. Follow the instructions for the model you choose.
At first I was very skeptical. I mean, it just felt weird to think about some device installed inside my toilet that sprays water up my a**, but then I was just curious to try it out. And boy didn't I regret my decision at all! I'm now a total convert and won't ever go without a toilet shower again.
The pandemic and the resulting toilet paper shortage taught me: If I somehow can eliminate toilet paper for good, I'd never have to deal with this nonsense ever again.
When I googled how to eradicate toilet paper, I came across this bidet solution and have to admit I was fascinated by the idea. I had to give it a try. Easy install and super nice feeling of freshness every single time. I'm glad I have given it a try!
Ever done the math?
Tell us about your home. We'll estimate what you'd save, and how many trees' worth of paper you'd skip.
Your estimated 10-year savings
after paying for a bidet
trees' worth of paper you could skip (estimated)
That's in toilet paper and about rolls, versus a year you spend today.
SEE THE BIDET COLLECTIONEstimates only. We assume about 141 rolls per person per year, a $60 bidet, and that you still use about 10% as much paper for patting dry. Trees assume roughly 1,500 rolls per tree (source), but published figures vary widely. Water and electricity costs aren't included.
Still on the fence?
Switching feels like a big step. Here are the honest answers to what people ask us most.
It feels unfamiliar at first, and that's completely normal. In much of the world, cleaning up with water is simply how it's done. Most newcomers say the awkward part lasts about one visit, and then it just feels like a clean, normal part of the routine.
Think of it this way: if you got something on your hands, you wouldn't just wipe it with dry paper and call it clean. You'd rinse. Water does the rinsing, so you're not left smearing and hoping for the best.
Most people still use a little paper to pat dry, so you'll go through far less of it, not none.
Many people find a stream of water much more comfortable than repeated dry wiping, especially when skin is already irritated. If you have a medical condition, check with your doctor about what's right for you.
Toilet paper is a recurring cost that adds up quietly, while a bidet is mostly a one-time purchase. The answer depends on your household, so run your own numbers in the savings calculator above.
Toilet paper takes trees and a lot of water to make, and using less of it means less of both. A bidet won't remove paper entirely, since you may still pat dry, but it cuts most of it. For more on the impact, see this Fast Company article.
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