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After rinsing, gently pat away the remaining water with toilet paper or a clean towel, or use a built-in air dryer if your seat has one. You can also pat with paper first and finish with the dryer. Using a bidet does not mean you have to give up toilet paper.
Choose a method you can use now
Start with the supplies you have and the features on your seat.
| Your setup or preference | What to do after rinsing |
|---|---|
| You have toilet paper within reach | Gently pat away the remaining water. |
| You prefer a towel and have a clean one ready | Pat dry, then set the used towel aside for washing. |
| Your seat has an air dryer and you want to use it | Follow your model’s instructions to start the dryer. |
| You want to combine paper and air drying | Pat away excess water first, then use the dryer to finish. |
With paper, use a gentle patting motion to absorb water rather than rubbing back and forth. For towels, start with a clean one each time, keep used towels separate from the clean supply, and follow the fabric’s washing instructions. Brondell’s drying guide explains both methods.
Using a built-in dryer, with or without paper
First, check your seat’s manual for a dryer or air-dry function. A heated seat alone does not mean an air dryer is included. For example, Elecbidet’s Standard Smart Bidet page lists “Warm Air Dryer” as a separate feature.
Once you have confirmed that your seat has a dryer:
- Finish the wash cycle. If you want to combine paper and air drying, gently pat away excess water with toilet paper now.
- Start the dryer using the controls described in your model’s manual. If it offers temperature adjustment, choose a comfortable setting.
- Follow the manual’s instructions for stopping the dryer when you have finished.
Using paper before the dryer is an established option: TOTO’s E200 manual recommends removing excess water with paper before air drying. You can try this combination without committing to a paper-free routine.
How long should you use the dryer?
TOTO’s warm-air dryer advice explains that drying time varies with the person, model and settings. Follow your seat’s operating instructions and check whether you still feel damp, rather than expecting every dryer to finish in a set number of minutes.
A cycle ending means the dryer has stopped; it does not mean every user will be dry. If you still feel wet, pat away the remaining moisture with toilet paper or a clean towel. You can make that combination part of your regular routine if it suits you.
