Why Don't Americans Use Bidets? • Hacker News Board

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by senectus1 » Mon, May 31, 2021, 12:22 AM UTC

about 2 years ago I did a work trip through Argentina and Ecuador. The only place I've ever seen a bidet was in Argentinian Hotels and I suspect they didn't work. They were a separate unit next to the toilet, I didn't (and still don't) understand how I was meant to use them but when I "turned them on" the spray that came out was feeble... would not have reached my arse, nowhere near it.

I'm still curious about them, but my experience of them has left me nonplussed about the concept.

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by taylodl » Mon, May 31, 2021, 12:29 AM UTC

I’ve discovered if you adhere to a diet recommended by your doctor then you’re not going to have many issues with clean up. Yet another way you can lessen your impact on the world’s natural resources.

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by fomine3 » Mon, May 31, 2021, 1:53 AM UTC

ginko wrote: post #31

OminousWeapons wrote: post #7

I would encourage anyone who has never used a bidet to go out and try one. Most modern bidets are Japanese style (built into the toilet itself or replacing the toilet seat) rather than European style (discrete units which sit next to your toilet) and thus are much easier to install and use outside of a new construction. I had never used a bidet until I visited Japan a few years ago and I was instantly hooked after on…

I also got to try those when visiting Japan, but I have to say it didn't seem like a significantly better experience than just cleaning with toilet paper to me. Maybe I'm completely mistaken, but I do think I do a reasonable job cleaning myself with just paper so I didn't feel significantly cleaner. But IMO the worst problem was that you now have a wet bottom, which you again need paper to dry. Combine that with the…

In defense of Japanese toilet papers, some of them aren't solid because they prefer softness than strength.

Personally I occasionally use bidets even though it's available in most places because I don't strongly needed it (but not hated it, just no reason to use or not to use it)

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by jayski » Mon, May 31, 2021, 4:44 AM UTC

what other part of your body would you be willing to get feces on, and just wipe it off with some paper? you would want water and probably soap.

why is your butthole different?

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by jayski » Mon, May 31, 2021, 4:49 AM UTC

also if youre looking to optimize your numbertwoing, get a squatty potty. game-changer!

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by rambojazz » Mon, May 31, 2021, 7:03 AM UTC

01100011 wrote: post #4

Aquaus 360 ftw. No more blood(yes, I exercise, eat fiber, and hydrate). Saves a little on TP, although you'll use a bit wiping up the occasional overspray. Liked it so much, I bought another for the guest bathroom at the in-laws house.

You bleed from using TP?

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by coldtea » Mon, May 31, 2021, 8:00 AM UTC

Bancakes wrote: post #42

coldtea wrote: post #3

Because it's a useless gizmo for microphobiacs?

If your butt smells at all, it's not useless.

If a butt smells, either its owner doesn't know how to use toilet paper, or the other person is too close.

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by mixmastamyk » Mon, May 31, 2021, 4:09 PM UTC

slver wrote: post #13

I legit heard multiple Americans discuss it dismissively like it's a toilet dildo for homosexuals. Even the fact it's a French word was a proof of that.

Toto, hai!

Re: Why Don't Americans Use Bidets?

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Post by lumberingjack » Mon, May 31, 2021, 9:19 PM UTC

I do and when I go somewhere else I feel like a caveman using TP