“How does one use a bidet? Is it for washing your feet? Is it for chilling your prosecco?”… Many American friends have been puzzled about using a bidet, and have asked for an explanation.
With a bidet, one can use far less water than with a shower. Naked, plop your butt down on the bidet and wash your pits, your privates and your pretty little face. Poof! All freshened up!
I really like having a bidet, standard in homes here in Italy. A few years ago I got bids to remodel my one-and-only bathroom in my 70-year-old house. I would have to redo much of my plumbing, including moving the toilet. I’ve put it off… for now. (And no, I don’t want a computerized, body-sensing add-on to my toilet.)
As we face water shortages, I think all new houses should include bidets, AND we’d have to educate people about their use. (Retrofitting a house is complex, but new construction could start with a bidet in the plan.)
