Society is becoming increasingly conscious of their environmental footprint, with the awareness now extending to the bathroom. Shifting to a bidet toilet can be one of the most practicable and sustainable changes a household can make.
2.24 billion rolls of toilet paper are consumed annually by Australians. Taking into consideration the water, energy and chemicals involved in manufacturing, packing and transporting all that toilet paper, the environmental costs are significant.
The Hidden Cost of Toilet Paper
A single role of toilet paper requires 37 gallons of water to manufacture. Bidet’s by contrast, only use one-eight of a gallon per use. Far more water is used to produce toilet paper as apposed to using a bidet. Don’t even get us started on the significant tree harvesting, bleaching chemicals that enter waterways, and transportation emissions from bulky packaging travelling across the country.
How Bidets Reduce Your Impact
Smart Bidet’s address these concerns head on. By reducing or eliminating toilet paper use, households decrease their contribution to deforestation, manufacturing water waste, chemical pollution, and transport emissions.
Electric bidet seats, like our Hycare Venus with air drying functions, eliminate toilet paper entirely. Secondly, our sewer systems will also benefit. Often, blocked pipes and sewer overflows involve toilet paper accumulation. Less paper means less strain on Australia’s infrastructure.
Wet wipes deserve mention too. Many Australians use them seeking a more thorough clean, but they don’t break down like paper and contribute to massive sewer blockages. A bidet provides that thorough clean without any environmental consequences.
Long-Term Savings
The environmental benefits align with financial savings. The average Australian household spends several hundred dollars annually on toilet paper. A quality bidet seat is a one time purchase that can eliminate this ongoing expense, with most households recouping their investment within one to two years.
Energy Considerations
Electric bidets do use power for heated seats and warm water, but modern units include eco modes and tankless heating for efficiency. The electricity used is minimal compared to the energy embedded in toilet paper production. Lifecycle assessments confirm bidets have lower environmental impact across climate, health, and resource categories.
Making the Switch
Modern bidet seats fit most standard toilets and connect to existing water supplies. Installation typically takes under an hour for a licensed plumber.
At Bidet Warehouse, we offer options at various price points. Our Hycare Volva provides essential wash and dry functions. The Hycare Neptune offers additional comfort features, while our Hycare Venus represents our most feature rich option. For a complete transformation, the Hycare Apex smart toilet integrates bidet functionality into a sleek, contemporary design.
Explore our buyers guide or contact our team to find the right bidet for your household.
