Inhabitants of the former Soviet Union, for the most part, could hardly recognize this construction under a strange name for the Russian ear - a bidet. Most likely, they would have decided that in front of them was an unusual design of a toilet bowl. And the jokes told in close companies about the fact that someone mixed up these plumbing devices, not knowing what a bidet is, have a real basis. Today, this device is no longer something alien and fantastic. It can be found not only in hotel rooms, but also in private apartments. True, not as often as we would like.
Let's briefly explain what a bidet is and how to use it. A bidet is a special device designed to keep various, both especially intimate places, and other parts of the human body clean. And both women and men can use it. Yes, many still believe that a bidet is intended solely for washing the female genitals, but this is not so. Hygiene and sanitation are also obligatory for men. It looks something like this.
The history of the appearance of the bidet goes back to the seventeenth century. Exactly thenat the French royal court, its first similarities appeared - bathtubs with water on high legs. Of course, they didn’t even dream of running water then, the legacy of the Romans was not preserved in France, but there were servants who filled the old bidets with heated water.
Now you know in general terms what a bidet is, and you will never confuse it with a toilet bowl and cover yourself with indelible shame by using it for other purposes. Especially since they don't look too similar. But how exactly are you going to use it? The question is not at all rhetorical, since even those who have an outdoor bidet in the bathroom at home do not always know that it can be used not only for washing. It is very convenient to wash your feet before going to bed, for example, and you can also bathe small children and pets in it. Yes, yes, do not be surprised and do not wrinkle your nose in disgust. You do not relieve yourself in it, but only wash yourself, almost like in a bath. You do not disdain a bath due to the fact that you regularly wash it. And the bidet should be handled the same way.
If a special bidet faucet is attached to it, in which the faucet can turn in any direction, then you can direct the water jet both up and down. Agree that it is very convenient. But you should not think that if you use it regularly and know exactly what a bidet is, then you do not need to take a bath or shower. With all the convenience of the design, you are unlikely to be able to wash your head in this miracle of plumbing thought. Yes and fun to soak init will not replace a fragrant bath.
There are no strict rules in using a bidet. You can sit on it from any side. It all depends on how it is located, and how it is convenient for you to use it. It is advisable to keep a roll of paper towels in the immediate vicinity. This is much more convenient than using fabric ones, since it is assumed that the bidet is intended for all family members. Paper towels are disposable and do not require regular laundering, so there is no need to worry about sterilization.
