[notahacker]

A high pressure hose, accurately directed, works wonders. Though some paper to wipe afterwards helps. They're common enough in Asia to make me wonder why Europe hasn't caught on - at least in hotels and public bathrooms.

(I can't believe the level of discussion around toilet paper is more sophisticated than the discussion on the associated socioeconomic issues...)

[ballard]

Picking one or the other is a trade-off of effectiveness of water jet vs direct action and yet another part to clean. TP does create waste, as do wipes, so water jet is an environmental win and possibly sanitation one as well. TP and wipes are great for business.

In the West, it's generally considered faux pas disgusting to not meaningfully wash your hands before leaving a public restroom, regardless of business. (Turning on the water doesn't count.) What's the perception of hand-washing etiquette elsewhere?