Everyone goes to the bathroom, and everyone needs to clean up afterward. That’s where a bidet-toilet can come in handy.
Although the bidet has been a common bathroom feature for a long time throughout Europe and Asia, it has only started to become more common in the UK in recent years. Recently, there has been an increase in internet searches for bidet-toilets, as people are becoming more aware of the many benefits to using a bidet-toilet.
Firstly, it is more hygienic – using water to clean yourself is far more effective. Think about how you clean your body – using dry paper would be nowhere near as effective as taking a shower or bath.
Secondly, cleaning with water is more comfortable – we don’t use dry paper to clean our hands, so why use paper for our sensitive body parts?
Finally, it is less wasteful. The manufacturing and distribution processes used to make toilet paper requires a lot of trees (15million annually), energy (17billion kW) and water (473 billion gallons). In the UK, we get through 1.3million tonnes of toilet paper each year. Using a bidet eliminates the need for toilet rolls, meaning you will produce less waste, save money on toilet paper and also save space in your bathroom cupboard!
At Living Needs, we can provide a range of bidets to suit your individual requirements. The most simple option is the Bio Bidet, which can replace most conventional toilet seats. It enables the users to wash and blow-dry themselves while remaining seated after finishing on the toilet. The Bio Bidet comes in two models; the more basic 800 model or the 1000 model (which comes with a separate remote control, heated seat and deodoriser). Prices start from £550 (ex VAT, supply only) and if you have any long-term health condition, you will be exempt from paying VAT.
We also sell Geberit AquaClean toilets. This award-winning shower-toilet uses only the highest quality materials, and will sleek and modern in any bathroom. With automatic nozzle cleaning and a proximity sensor that switches some functions on as you sit down on the toilet, the Geberit AquaClean is easy to use and easy to maintain. This is the ideal choice if you want a more permanent option, and if you want us to install it, our experienced plumbers will offer a reliable and professional service from start to finish.