Bum Love: The Ultimate
Bumwash Guide to Bidets

Let's go back to basics. What actually is a bidet? Simply put, a bidet sprays a gentle stream of water to clean the desired down-under area after visiting the bathroom. Bidets have been around for around 400 years and come in all sorts of shapes and sizes.

Many Bidet Designs

Some are separate pieces of furniture that live in your bathroom and match the decor; some are integrated into toilet seats such as the Bumwash Bum Spa; some wash, dry, and give your bum a pep talk, while others, like the Bumwash handheld bidets, are hand-operated so you can aim where you need cleaning the most. Most have an adjustable spray, gentle after a lady wee or something a little more rigorous after a night on the beer.

Go Fully Green

Created for male and female anatomy, they can work alongside toilet paper, or you can go fully green and use a bidet. They're sustainable, great for the environment, and will save you money. They're ideal for older adults, people with disabilities, injuries or mobility issues, and those who just want a perfect posterior.

We all like to do our bit for the environment, right? Whether it's simply recycling rubbish or driving an electric car, we all try to do our best. Well, not only do bidets clean our rears better than toilet paper, but they also have a more sustainable ecological footprintand are better for the environment—and in so many different ways.

The Toilet Paper Swap

Swapping to a bidet from toilet paper, whether that's a fancy all-singing, all-dancing one or a simple handheld affair, decreases deforestation. Toilet paper production is heavily reliant on trees. The average American uses 141 rolls of toilet paper per year, resulting in the cutting down of approximately 15 million trees annually to meet this demand.

Saving Water

Bidets also save water. What? Yes, that's correct. Simply put, producing a single roll of toilet paper requires around 37 gallons (3.8 litres) of water, while a standard bidet uses only one-eighth of a gallon (0.47 litres) per use. Wow! Bidets, especially handheld ones like our Bumwash range, are low-energy users.

Bidets are becoming a bathroom essential, offering superior hygienecompared to toilet paper. They thoroughly clean your undercarriage using a gentle stream of water, which is particularly beneficial during menstruation and reduces the need for toilet paper, promoting sustainability. Bidets can also help prevent infections, such as UTIs, by effectively removing bacteria.

Mobility Champions

For those with haemorrhoids, and boy, are they a pain in the bum, the gentle rinse of a bidet offers complete relief from irritation, making it a helpful tool in managing this condition. Bidets are also advantageous for individuals with mobility challenges, such as older adults, by simplifying the cleaning process and promoting independence. The intuitive design and user-friendly controls enhance accessibility, providing comfort and dignity in personal care.

Created for Women

Moreover, bidets cater to women's unique hygiene needs, offering a refreshing cleanse during menstruation, post-coitus, or postpartum periods. They help maintain a fresh feeling and reduce infection risks through thorough cleanliness. Overall, bidets enhance personal hygiene, offering numerous health benefits and making them a valuable addition to modern bathrooms.

Bidets offer plenty of benefits beyond hygiene, supporting individuals, young and older, with various health conditions and promoting overall well-being. They're not just about cleaning up after spicy food but about fostering autonomy in personal hygiene. Handheld bidets, like Bumwash, are especially useful for precise cleaning, benefiting those with sensitive areas or medical conditions like UTIs. What's more, they are affordable, flexible, and easy to use, making them a popular and accessible choice for many households.

Looking After Your Health

Bidets also offer therapeutic benefits, such as soothing warm water for conditions like haemorrhoids and menstrual cramps. Even some of the advanced bidet models include features like water spray massages, enhancing comfort for your bathroom visitations. For individuals with arthritis, bidet toilets alleviate the strain of daily tasks, providing a thorough clean and reducing bacteria in sensitive areas. Bidets are gentle on the skin, preventing irritation and chafing and improving skin health.

Improving Your Quality of Life

They are particularly advantageous for those with mobility issues, enhancing independence and quality of life. By promoting independence and dignity, bidets positively impact mental well-being and provide a more comfortable and dignified daily routine. The confidence boost for those with mobility issues or injuries after using a bidet is something not to be taken lightly. And they're better than toilet paper. What's not to love?

Bidets go to places we never venture; they're the unsung heroes of the undercarriage, the sprayers or the system, and the poop removers. So, from time to time, it's essential that we show them love and give them a clean; because of this, it's vital to maintain a healthy and happy bidet.

Keep Them Clean

Regular cleaning is essential for bidet maintenance. So, schedule a weekly routine using non-abrasive cleaners for the spray handle and nozzle and a mild detergent or specialized bidet cleaner for the toilet seat and lid to keep them fresh and free from grime and bacteria. And, the nozzle is the heart of the bidet, and keeping it clean is paramount.

The Art of Descaling

Descaling, the process of removing limescale build-up, is especially important for bidet toilet seat systems in areas with hard water, ensuring a germ-free and enjoyable experience. For both bidets, use a safe disinfectant spray to eliminate germs and bacteria, and rinse thoroughly afterwards to remove any residue. Keep on top of these, and your bidet will last a lifetime!

Bidets are becoming increasingly popular, but choosing the right onecan be challenging with many available varieties. It all depends on your budget and how each one fits into your bathroom design.

Bidet Types

Hand-held Bidet: Like our Bumwash systems, is a straightforward and effective tool for personal cleanliness. Often referred to as a bidet spray or shower bidet, it's the simplest of all the bidets and just as effective in bum duties.

Toilet Seat Bidet Attachment: An elegant addition to your existing toilet seat, transforming it into a bidet without requiring a separate unit. The Bumwash Bum Spa is a toilet seat attachment design. This slim device fits under your toilet seat and offers controls to adjust water pressure and, in some models, water temperature.

Toilet Seat-mounted Bidet: This bidet adds a touch of sophistication and enhanced hygiene to your bathroom routine. It is ideal for those seeking a more refined rear wash experience. For the posher pooers.

Smart Toilet Bidet Systems: Luxury electric bidets represent the pinnacle of modern-day luxury and convenience. With cutting-edge technology, these advanced systems transform your bathroom experience, offering unparalleled comfort and cleanliness—the ultimate bottom cleaning experience. Often found in Japan, they'll change your life.

Bidets integrate into your bathroom like a tree in the woods. They can be as discreet as Bumwash's handheld bidet spray system in modestly designed bathrooms or as lavish and statement-like as smart toilet bidet systems in larger bathrooms. It's all about budget and how you need the bidet to work for you. I mean, they all do the same thing, but in slightly different ways.

Matching Your Bathroom Style

When you upgrade or renovate your bathroom, it's essential that it matches your style. A simple colour choice can make all the difference. Bumwash's handheld bidets arrive in several different colours, so any one of them matches your bathroom style. The Bumwash Bum Spa fits most toilet seats, whatever the colour.