Saving Money with Conor: Opting for a Bidet over Toilet Paper

Switching from toilet paper to a bidet is one of those upgrades that pays for itself - better hygiene, a smaller environmental footprint, and genuine savings once you factor in reduced toilet paper spend. Here's how the numbers actually work. See our range of bidet toilet seats for Australian homes, all WaterMark certified.

Reduced Toilet Paper Consumption

Once you switch, most people use little to no toilet paper day-to-day - water does the cleaning, paper is only needed for a final pat-dry (or not at all with an air-dry seat). That directly cuts your regular household spend on one of the most consistently repurchased items in the bathroom.

Long-Term Savings

There's an upfront cost to buy and properly install a bidet, but the ongoing running cost is low to near-zero, especially for non-electric seats and handheld sprays. Most households recover the initial outlay within a year or two purely through reduced toilet paper purchases, after which the savings are ongoing. See real numbers in our Bidet Toilet Seat Cost Guide.

Environmental Benefits

Less toilet paper use means less water, energy, and timber consumed in its production and packaging - a genuinely lower-impact choice that saves money at the same time, not a trade-off between the two.

Making the Switch: What to Expect

Choose your format. A non-electric seat, smart electric seat, or handheld spray - each suits a different budget and bathroom setup, so pick based on what fits yours.

Installation is licensed plumbing work. Every Conor bidet spray and seat connects to your water supply, so Australian plumbing regulations require a licensed plumber to install it - this isn't optional, regardless of how simple the fitting looks. Every product ships with a full installation kit so the job stays quick for your plumber.

Give yourself a short adjustment period. Most people take a few uses to find their preferred pressure and technique - after that, it becomes second nature.

Track your savings. Compare your toilet paper purchases before and after switching over a couple of months to see the difference for yourself.

FAQ

How does switching to a bidet actually save money compared to toilet paper?
It significantly cuts how much toilet paper you buy, since water replaces most or all of your wiping - a direct, ongoing reduction in household spend.

Is a bidet a good long-term financial investment?
Generally yes. There's an upfront cost including licensed installation, but low running costs and reduced toilet paper spend typically recover that within a year or two.

What environmental benefits come with using a bidet instead of toilet paper?
Less toilet paper production means less water, energy, and timber consumed - a genuinely lower-impact choice alongside the cost savings.

Do I need a plumber to install a Conor bidet?
Yes. Every Conor bidet spray or seat connects to your water supply, and Australian plumbing regulations require a licensed plumber to install it, regardless of how simple the fitting looks.

How can I track how much I'm saving after switching to a bidet?
Compare your toilet paper purchases before and after the switch over a few months to see your actual savings.