Do Bidets Clean the Front? Yes, Here’s How

Bidets aren’t as common in the United States, but that’s quickly changing. People are realizing that bidets save toilet paper and clean up a lot better than wiping alone. However, half of the population needs to clean the front occasionally, so will a bidet do the trick?

Bidets clean the front by extending the nozzle about one to two inches forward. You can control the pressure to change the distance and cleaning efficiency. Manual bidets can be moved and sprayed to clean the front and back easily.

Cleaning the front with a bidet is very quick and easy. This subject might seem a little different than most articles you’re used to, but it’s important to know how to effectively use a bidet. Let’s get into it!

Can You Use a Bidet in the Front?

You can use most bidets to clean the front because they have multiple settings. Keep in mind that you can also control the water pressure, which means some people might need to make minor adjustments for proper cleaning.

Some bidets work like suction shower handles in the sense that you can remove them and use them manually. You can choose what needs to be cleaned with these bidets, but they’re not as common because they take a lot of effort.

Bidet King shows most bidets extend one inch to clean the front. This slight adjustment creates a perfect angle that helps the bidet ensure you’re as clean as possible.

Try these suggestions to clean the front with a bidet:

1. Sit flat on the toilet (don’t make adjustments that you think might help the bidet).
2. Turn on the bidet’s front-use icon (most bidets have a separate setting for using them on the front.
3. Run the bidet for five to ten seconds, then turn it off.
4. Wipe away excess water with toilet paper.

Contrary to popular belief, you should still use a little bit of toilet paper after cleaning the front or back with a bidet. They clean much better than toilet paper alone, but you don’t want to walk around dripping bidet water (gross).

If you’re worried about trusting an automatic bidet to clean the front, consider a manual nozzle. The Arofa Handheld Bidet Sprayer connects to your toilet’s water source. It includes an attachment assembly that connects to the side of your toilet. You can remove the bidet from the assembly and spray the front until you’re clean.

Proper bidet use will definitely help you clean the front, but is it enough to keep you feeling sanitary? In the following section, I’ll explain why bidets are some of the best cleaning items you can use when sitting on the toilet.

Do Bidets Clean All the Way?

Bidets clean all the way by using optimal water pressure to remove all of the debris from the front and back. Use a bidet between 5 to 10 seconds on the front or 30 to 45 seconds on the back. Wipe with toilet paper to remove the water when you’re done using the bidet.

Bio Bidet claims you don’t have to use toilet paper before turning on the bidet. In fact, it can make things messier and harder to clean.

Try this quick (and vividly detailed) method to ensure your bidet cleans your front and back all the way:

1. Turn on your bidet while sitting in the center of your toilet. Most bidets spray directly to the middle or slightly to the backside of the toilet. You shouldn’t make too many seating adjuments to ensure the bidet is accurate. Trust me, it’s surprisingly precise.
2. Switch to the front setting if you need to clean the front with your bidet. Again, don’t shift around too much. Bidets use a shocking amount of water pressure, so it might feel a bit unexpected. You’ll get used to it, but there might be a bit of splashing until you find the right pressure setting.
3. Use the bidet’s self-cleaning button every time you clean with it. You only have to run it for about five seconds. The self-cleaning switch removes excess debris that might’ve splashed on the nozzles. It also prevents minerals and bacteria from building up.
4. Use flushable wet pipes or toilet paper to get rid of the extra water. One wipe is often enough to clean up. Some bidets have air dryers if you’re feeling fancy or you don’t want to use toilet paper. You’ll be impressed by how little toilet paper you go through once you switch to a bidet.

It’s also very important to clean your bidet regularly. They can’t keep you clean if they’re covered in debris or the nozzles are clogged. You can use a magic eraser to quickly scrub your bidet and make it look new. Magic erasers crumble apart easily, but you can use the same eraser on the bidet a few times.

Choosing the right bidet can drastically change how well it cleans the front. If you get a single-setting bidet, you’ll only be able to clean the back. Below, I’ll provide a detailed explanation of the bidet I have on my toilet.

Best Bidet That Cleans the Front

The best bidet that cleans the front is the SAMODRA Non-Electric Water Bidet. It has a water pressure knob that you can rotate to increase or decrease the intensity. I suggest putting it slightly above the halfway mark. There’s also a front-cleaning button right next to the automatic nozzle cleaner.

Installing this bidet is as easy as can be. I have limited plumbing experience, and all of it is with PVC. This installation can be done by almost anyone with a pair of channel locks.

One of my favorite features of this bidet is that it’s flush with the toilet seat. Most bidets slightly elevate the toilet. This bidet feels like there’s nothing propping you up. The fancy control panel looks quite nice, though it reminds me of a smartphone. I got the black model, but it also comes in white and brushed nickel.

Some bidets require special plumbing, but bidet attachments (such as the one above) don’t need new inlets, outlets, and valves.