- A Bed Nerdz survey reveals UK adults’ favourite household items used as sex toys.
- Popular choices include hairbrushes (13%), cucumbers (12%), toothbrushes (8%), TV remotes (2%), and spoons (3%).
- Highlights the need to raise awareness about the hygiene risks of using such alternatives.
A new survey by Bed Nerdz, a leading UK sex toy brand known for its erotic gift boxes, has uncovered Brits’ creative use of household items as makeshift sex toys. The findings reveal that while many people are exploring unusual alternatives such as hairbrushes, cucumbers, and even spoons, two in five respondents admitted these substitutes fail to match the satisfaction of purpose-made products.
The survey, which included 1,001 UK adults who have used household items for sexual pleasure, revealed the top picks for unconventional sex toys:
- Hairbrush — 13%
- Cucumber — 12%
- Toothbrush — 8%
- Bottle — 7%
- Banana — 4%
- Pillow — 4%
- Spoon — 3%
- Deodorant — 3%
- Carrot — 3%
- Rolling Pin — 3%.
Less conventional choices included TV remotes (2%), spatulas, and even vacuum cleaners (1%), highlighting Brits’ willingness to experiment.
“These findings highlight how creative people can be when it comes to exploring their own pleasure, which is great,” said Damien Muretti, Co-Founder of Bed Nerdz. “I’m all for embracing curiosity and trying new things, and I think everyone should experiment with incorporating accessories into their sex lives. That being said, it’s really important to keep in mind that purpose-made products are designed with safety and hygiene in mind. Household items weren’t built for this, so it’s not surprising that two in five respondents preferred sex toys!
“Experimenting with sex should be safe and enjoyable, which is why Bed Nerdz products are made to be easy to clean, safe to use and are shipped in discreet packaging. Overall, I hope our research inspires more people to feel more confident in experimenting with different toys and erotic items, but with products made for the job.”
The survey also explored the reasons behind this experimentation. A desire to “try something different” was the most common response (40%), followed by not owning a purpose-made toy (29%) and general curiosity (28%).
Satisfaction levels varied among respondents. While 43% said household items were just as satisfying as sex toys, 39% disagreed, stating that purpose-made toys provided a better experience. Only 12% found household items more satisfying.
Privacy was another key focus of the survey, with 54% of participants keeping their experiments entirely private. However, 41% felt comfortable discussing their experiences with a partner or close friend, suggesting that some Brits are becoming more open about their sexual exploration.
