Originating in 15th century France, the bidet is a plumbing fixture for personal cleansing that uses a stream of water to clean the body rather than toilet paper.
The bidet’s popularity grew during the 1700s and is considered a must for most homes across Asia and Europe today. In Japan, it is estimated that well over 80 percent of Japanese households have a bidet toilet installed.
These bidet toilets are commonly called Washlets, a brand name of TOTO Ltd., and include many advanced features rarely seen outside of Asia. Most Americans, however, have never seen a bidet at all.
Those who have seen or experienced one generally did so in an upscale hotel. The majority of Americans, until recently, have never thought to install one in their own home. Indeed, the United States seems to be the last industrialized country still cleaning like the dark ages. Toto (the world’s largest bidet seat manufacturer) introduced the Washlet to the U.S. market in 1989. The modern bidet seat (Washlet) is an electronic seat that sits on a standard toilet and converts it to a complete sanitation system often with more features than a freestanding bidet.
The Washlet itself was even invented by an American, who saw that the U.S.
had a need for a more hygienic way of cleaning up after one’s daily business on the throne. The Washlet’s design allows for a quick and compact conversion of one’s existing toilet that can be done in about 15 minutes without changing the existing plumbing. As Washlets grow in popularity throughout the world, the U.S. is finally starting to take notice of the usefulness and ease of cleaning with a Washlet.
Tired of plunging the toilet due to someone in the family flushing too much toilet paper? Use a Washlet! For those living with extended family and need a way to keep their older family members independent in the one room we all wish to remain independent, a Washlet is a godsend. The Washlet’s ability to gently cleanse without abrasion makes it beneficial to all walks of life. From those suffering from hemorrhoids, women who have recently given birth, those who simply want the cleaner sanitary approach, or someone looking at that next step of conservation, a Washlet will surely keep its owner clean and happy.
The average Washlet’s energy consumption is less than that of a 40-watt light bulb, and will most likely save its energy cost in toilet paper alone. Toto has been manufacturing high-tech Washlets for almost 35 years and for this reason is known as the premier Washlet manufacturer today in the United States.
For those in Hawaii looking to maximize their cleanliness, or those who wish to make better use of their time spent on the toilet, come visit The Bathroom Store at 667 Puuloa Road. The Bathroom Store has been Toto’s premier Washlet distributor for more than two decades.
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