Bidet toilet: description, varieties and model range

Among the popular plumbing fixtures, a toilet with a bidet function stands out with its modern equipment and a combination of several functions in one fixture. This combination helps to place even on a limited area of ​​a standard bathroom all the hygiene items necessary for sending natural necessities.

The reviews of those who have already tested such a combination of plumbing fixtures suggest that a two-in-one floor or wall-mounted toilet with a built-in bidet is convenient, practical and really effective. But how to make the right choice? It is impossible to understand whether a floor-mounted toilet, combined with a bidet, will be convenient, or if it is worth looking at options with a hanging mount, without a thorough preliminary study of the issue. What points are important in choosing a combined solution?

A toilet with a bidet function is a combined type of plumbing fixture that has certain features. Two in one models bring together the capabilities of different equipment. In this case, it can be a built-in option - installation in a wall or a classic floor unit with an additional watering can.

It is worth noting other features of combined systems in which the toilet is complemented by a bidet function.

• Different options for the shape of the bowl. The most common funnel-shaped, easy to care for, but prone to the formation of splashes when flushing water. The problem is solved using the anti-splash system.Visor bowls are distinguished by the presence of an inclined wall, protect the bathroom from spraying water, the spread of unpleasant odors. The dish-shaped options do not allow splashing due to the presence of a special shelf inside, but they are more difficult to care for and clean.
• Location of release. Installed models use options with a hidden pipe layout. And also the release can be located vertically (in the floor), horizontally or obliquely. When choosing equipment, it is necessary to take into account the structure of the sewage system and the location of the output points.
• Type of flush system. It can be direct or circular. The second option more efficiently washes the bowl.
• Valves for adjusting the flushing and filling of the tank. Usually a button is used.
• Covers and seats with microlift for smooth lowering and additional elements of the control system.

It should be considered how such a combined system works. Outwardly combined with a bidet, the toilet differs little from the classical design. Visually, the tank has larger dimensions, since it contains controls for the functions of the shower head. If you use a mixer with a hygienic shower in the form of a nozzle, the rim of the bowl itself will have a more oval, elongated appearance.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that modern plumbing fixtures with combined functions most often have electronic control and require connection to the electrical network. You can find special models for people with disabilities or for washing babies. In addition to a special retractable nozzle with a spray gun or a bottle, The design includes a hairdryer for blowing and drying with warm air.

The principle of operation of the bidet combined with the toilet consists in the possibility of using an expanded set of functions. After the traditional use of the hygienic device, at the touch of a button, a retractable element is launched to provide additional washing of individual parts of the body. At the end of use, this element is washed with water and a disinfectant solution.

In models with a bidet, the washing function has been moved beyond the design of the toilet. A flexible hose with a special hygienic shower is attached to the side of the bowl, has a button for supplying water. When it is pressed, spraying is activated, the jet washes body parts in need of hygienic care. Besides, an additional bidet for a conventional toilet can be used, fixed to the design of the sanitary fixture itself. Using such a shower head is not too convenient.

Among the additional options for devices with a built-in bidet fitting, the following can be noted:

• motion sensor or human presence;
• built-in backlight;
• filter for water purification;
• disinfection, elimination of unpleasant odors;
• inclusion of heated seats;
• massage function with switching spray modes;
• temperature adjustment;
• blowing warm air;
• pendulum mixer for washing large areas of the body.

All existing toilet options with a bidet function are divided into types according to the method of their installation and management. Several varieties can be distinguished.

Practical, functional, easy-to-clean models. This option is suitable for use in a modern toilet interior. Installations are supplemented by false panels and screens, behind which communications are hidden. Outside there is only a compact bowl but such options always have a user weight limit.

Classic solutions with floor mounting. The product range for this category of products is the widest, they are more diverse in configuration of the drain tanks, type and location of release.

Optimum options for compact or combined bathrooms. The tank or the entire installation has a corner mount, models are available in floor and wall versions. Besides saving space, it is possible to note the possibility of a more convenient access to such a plumbing fixture in a wheelchairif the equipment is used in the care of a person with disabilities.

For comfortable use of the 2-in-1 toilet bidet, the way to control its functions is also important. The electronic version allows you to heat the water when supplied, adjust its temperature and pressure intensity, use a hairdryer. Mechanical control minimizes access to features. In this case the water supply and its temperature are adjusted with each use. Such systems are much cheaper.

Materials for the manufacture of toilet bidets are of great importance for the subsequent care and maintenance of hygienic cleanliness of sanitary fixtures.

• The most common are faience models. This porous, dense material is suitable for creating inexpensive toilets with a bidet function. The composition contains up to 47% of kaolin, as a result of which it is necessary to create more massive products with fairly thick walls.

• Bidet porcelain toilets are higher valued and more expensive. In them, the proportion of kaolin is relatively small, about 20%. Such products are more dense and durable, they are durable, have a higher impact resistance than earthenware. Porcelain plumbing retains its aesthetics longer, tolerates cleaning with abrasive substances.

• Natural stone is found in the premium segment of plumbing. But such products are very massive and heavy, they can intensively absorb odors, generally more difficult to maintain a high level of hygiene. However, everything is bathed in their durability and original design. And also there are lighter models made of artificial stone, attractive in appearance and truly convenient to care for. But they cost a little cheaper than their natural counterparts.

The color scheme of toilets with bidet functions is quite diverse. Classic items have a white or beige tone. In addition, options are quite popular in which the raw material is painted at the production stage or applied in the form of decorative external enamel. Modern designers offer the opportunity to add variety to the design of classic plumbing.

The dimensions of the toilets in which the bidet function is present are regulated by building codes. There is a restriction on the location of the plumbing fixture relative to the door and the wall opposite to the place of its fastening. It should not be less than 65 cm. There should be free space on the sides starting from 30 cm.

The choice of product height is determined by the growth and weight of the consumers themselves. It is necessary to measure the distance from the buttock to the foot in a sitting position - it will correspond to the given parameters. As standard, the height from the floor to the rim of the rim is about 45 cm

The ranking of the best manufacturers and models of toilets with a bidet function mainly includes products of foreign origin. Brand ratings should be considered separately for floor-mounted and suspended models 2 in 1.

Consider the popular outdoor bidet toilet options.

Compact model with combined ceramic tank, porcelain bowl, universal type of release, anti-splash system and built-in shower nozzle. The model is easy to attach, has an ergonomic oval shape. Bidet Management mechanical Through a button with support for two modes, the drain supports both economical and conventional water discharge options.

Multifunctional model with a bidet, a built-in mixer and a mini-sink on the lid. The one-piece Italian-made solution has durable fittings with chrome-plated stainless steel coating, there is a direct outlet, there is a microlift. Simultaneous supply of water to the watering can and sink is not possible.

Budget model of a toilet with a bidet function Turkish production. Cheap execution makes it quite simple in terms of design and technical equipment. The release in the model is horizontal, there is a lower water supply and a cascade type of flush. A hygienic shower is included in the package, a mixer for it is purchased separately.

If you need to find a modern bezobodkovoy or traditional toilet bidet with a wall mount (built-in), you should pay attention to models from leading world manufacturers of sanitary ware. This category includes the brands Grohe, Ideal Standard, Geberit. Let's consider what models should be chosen as an addition to the interior of a bathroom or toilet.

One of the most popular Swiss-made bidet series. The product implements a fully automated washing system, operating in 5 modes. The model is equipped with a hair dryer system and heated seats, control is possible from a remote control or through an application for smartphones, there are separate functions for men, women, children. In the Comfort version, the entire set of available functions is implemented, the Classic model is more minimalistic.

A European-made toilet bidet, by default it is delivered without installation and a cover, a micro-lift is installed optionally. In stock anti-splash system, manual adjustment of nozzle rotation, full cascade flushing, which leaves no room for poor cleaning of the bowl.

The product of the Turkish brand with a bezelless rim design, a built-in function of protection against overflow over the edge. The model is connected to a hot and cold water supply system. A cover with a microlift system is already included in the delivery package, a coating with an antibacterial effect facilitates hygienic care of the product. The minus of the model can be called a complex connection to the water supply.

A Spanish-made toilet bidet is equipped with an electronic cover from the very beginning, the installation option is more expensive. A bezel-less plumbing fixture facilitates the cleaning process. High-quality porcelain with antibacterial coating ensures constant cleanliness. The spray nozzle has a removable mount and can be easily removed for cleaning.

Quite an interesting solution from a manufacturer from Turkey, with an unusual bowl shape. Built-in retractable nozzle allows you to effectively wash the surface of the body, the type of flush cascade, allowing you to determine the volume of discharge. External mixer, mounted on the outside of the product, allows you to adjust the temperature of the water. The complete set is formed individually, at the request of the buyer, by default only the cup with the nozzle is supplied.

Model of a Turkish bidet toilet with a variety of designer designs. Plumbing has various, including bright and ornamented colors. The washer is built in at the factory, which eliminates its warping. The model is made of high quality sanitary porcelain, has an antibacterial coating.

There are simple selection rules to find a modern toilet set with a bidet, perfect for the toilet. A few key recommendations should be noted.

• Determining the installation location. The installation is optimally built into the wall if there is a niche in the bathroom that can be covered with a decorative panel. With a sufficient amount of free space, you can choose a floor model.
• The size of the allocated budget. Electronically controlled models are always more expensive than their mechanical counterparts. Floor solutions are cheaper than installation. With limited resources, the price category of plumbing can play an important role.
• Accounting for technical parameters. Acquired plumbing must match its configuration with the points of water connection, the height of the adjustment elements.
• Availability of additional options. Models with a microlift, drying and other advanced features look attractive during the presentation. In fact, half of the functions may be useless or not too convenient to use.
• Features of the faucet. Ideally, it should have the function of adjusting the pressure, changing the direction of flow, an integrated temperature sensor. If a bidet is used, it should provide the most comfortable use, have an ergonomic tip.
• Study reviews. Real customer opinions allow us to correctly assess the feasibility of acquiring an expensive plumbing kit. Sometimes the widely publicized version is inferior in quality and convenience to its more affordable, but not so famous counterparts.

An overview of the toilet with the Geberit AquaClean Sela bidet function can be found in the next video.