How to use a bidet: women and photos, correct use, pictures for men and girls why they need it

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It is important for people to maintain personal hygiene, especially after using the toilet. If in European countries bidets are used both in public institutions and in residential buildings, then in Russia many do not know how to use a bidet correctly. Most likely for this reason, the device has not become widespread, although recently it has been installed much more often than before. After all, it is the bidet that helps to carry out hygiene procedures with comfort.

A bidet is a device similar in appearance to a toilet, but equipped with nozzles, designed to carry out hygiene procedures after visiting the toilet.

The history of the appearance of the device, why you need a bidet in the bathroom

When decorating a bathroom or toilet, many people ask questions about how to use a bidet correctly and whether it is necessary to install the device at all. Typically, a small bathroom area is a deterrent to purchasing. Although recently an increasing number of excellent alternatives to the standard bidet have appeared on trading platforms, which also help maintain personal intimate hygiene.

Mentions of the first bidets with a similar purpose date back to the 17th century

Despite the fact that using a bidet as a way to quickly clean up after visiting the toilet has been around for a long time, not everyone still fully understands the meaning of installing an additional device in the bathroom. Many people confuse it with a urinal, sippy cup or small sink.

If you delve deeper into history, the first mention of plumbing can be found back in the 17th century in France. The first devices were small baths on legs, which were pre-filled with water and used for their intended purpose. Bidets were most often installed directly in bedrooms and used not only for washing, but also as a sink. For a long time, the bidet was the privilege of only rich houses; the common population did not have the opportunity to purchase one. Even then, people recognized the usefulness of installing a device, especially considering that toilet paper appeared two centuries later.

Over time, the design of plumbing fixtures has undergone constant changes and improvements, which has expanded the popularity of using bidets not only in European countries, but also on the American continent.

Interesting information! The first electronically controlled devices were developed in the second half of the 19th century and radically changed the concept of how to properly use a bidet for women and men. The modern modification is a bidet lid for the toilet with a built-in electronic control unit. Most often, such models can be found in Japanese homes.

The first bidets were bathtubs filled with water, which were used in France

The main function of both the first and modern bidets is to maintain the cleanliness of the genitals and the perineal area, which, due to its location, is considered the most contaminated part of the body. Therefore, an educated modern person immediately understands why a bidet is needed and how to use it, although some still think about the relevance of the installation. In general, among the main positive aspects of installation are the following:

Conveniently wash the external genitalia after using the toilet. Washing the perineum is considered more useful and hygienic than using toilet paper.
The comfort of using a low device is for people with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, with various types of disabilities, as well as for the elderly, who, due to their age, find it difficult to climb into the bathtub every time.
Prevention of the development of hemorrhoids. Using toilet paper after bowel movements does not cleanse the skin, which is especially dangerous if small anal fissures occur. For people prone to the formation of hemorrhoids, only washing is strongly recommended.

What is it used for?

The main purpose is to maintain cleanliness of the genitals and perineum. The rules of use imply that the device must be used after the person has gone to the toilet. Unfortunately, not everyone knows this.

So, for what purposes are they used:

directly for washing the genitals and anus - using a stream of water is considered more hygienic than using toilet paper;
the equipment is convenient for use by people with disabilities - using a bidet is easier and safer for them than getting into a bathtub;
for washing the anal area with hemorrhoids to avoid injury to the nodes.

In addition, the device is convenient for washing small children. Moreover, they can even arrange a small bath in a bidet. The only condition for this is the perfect cleanliness of the plumbing. You can also wash your feet and hands in the bidet, there’s nothing wrong with that.

The equipment does not replace a shower, but significantly reduces the number of times you enter the shower stall, which allows you to significantly save time and at the same time maintain all the necessary levels of care.

Why do you need a bidet in a modern toilet room: the main reasons for installing the device

For those who are accustomed to using toilet paper, it is not immediately clear what the advantages of a bidet are and why it is recommended to install it. The most common answer to this question is keeping your body clean. After all, it is this aspect that is of great importance in the life of a modern person, especially a girl.

The bidet device simplifies the washing procedure and helps maintain personal hygiene.

The photo of the bidet shows that the device is a device in the form of a small sink, from which water flows through a hose with a nozzle, usually located at the bottom of the bowl. Some people, for ease of use, purchase not a separate device, but a small toilet with a built-in bidet function. Thanks to the versatility of the device, you will not need to run from the toilet to the bidet after performing natural needs.

How to use a bidet for women, men and children? Main purposes of the device:

Carrying out standard daily hygiene procedures. The most common function that is convenient to use regardless of age or gender.
Bathing babies and children. If you purchase a device with a retractable hose, you can use a bidet to conveniently wash your children, which will help keep the sink clean. Of course, only a separate bowl is suitable for this purpose.

There are other options for using the device. For example, the device can be used for the purpose of therapeutic massage. For such operation, you should purchase an option with a movable mixer installed on the side of the device. In this case, it is possible to select the intensity of the water supply and adjust the direction of the stream. After completing a setting that is convenient for you, you will be able to perform a gentle massage every day, relieving inflammation and swelling, as well as preventing the formation and progression of hemorrhoids.

The main advantage of a bidet is its versatility, practicality, ease of operation and installation.

The sanitary device is also used for taking foot baths, which will allow you to relax your limbs after a hard day at work and improve blood circulation to avoid the appearance of varicose veins. To carry out this procedure, you need to close the drain hole and fill the bowl with water. In this case, it is necessary to adjust the comfortable temperature, and to enhance the effect, you can add herbs or relaxing oils to the water.

After completing the procedures, you should thoroughly wash the device so that no greasy stains or stains remain on the walls. It is also recommended to purchase high-quality products with earthenware coating, which is easy to clean. It is important to understand that this kind of use is not possible if you purchase a toilet with a built-in bidet function.

Bidet installation

How to install a bidet depends on the design of the device. Built-in models should only be installed by professionals, as it is difficult to connect this type of bidet.

You can install wall-mounted and floor-mounted bidets yourself; do-it-yourself installation will save money. The easiest way is to install the standard model on the floor, preferably in close proximity to the toilet. The bowl must be secured on a flat base and connected with a flexible hose to cold and hot water. Discharge into the sewerage system is carried out using a siphon.

To install a wall-mounted model, you will need to do more extensive work and hide the installation and water supply and sewerage systems in the wall. First, you need to firmly fix the metal frame to the floor and connect the hoses, then hide the structure in the wall; it is more practical and rational to make a box from plasterboard. All that remains is to install the bowl and mixer on the bidet and properly check the connections for leaks. Once connected to all systems, the device can be immediately used for its intended purpose.

How to use a bidet: main types of plumbing fixtures

If you look at photos or videos of how to use a bidet for men and women, you will notice that plumbing fixtures for washing are similar in design to a toilet. A distinctive feature of this plumbing fixture is the presence of a mixer on the body and a tap from which a stream of water of the required pressure flows, and it can be directed exactly where it is required. Depending on how the bidet is designed, devices are distinguished by the following characteristics:

installation method;
nature of management;
features of water supply.

There are free-standing bidets and devices built into the toilet.

The easiest option to install is a floor-mounted bidet. In this case, the structure is attached to the floor at a distance of at least 60 cm from the toilet. The maximum distance is selected based on the area of the bathroom and the convenience of users. In any case, you need to secure the device so that it is convenient to transfer from one device to another. Among the main advantages of purchasing a floor-standing bidet are the following:

low cost;
easy installation.

A hanging bidet is characterized by a more complex installation, but at the same time an empty space is formed under it, which greatly simplifies the process of cleaning the bathroom. The structure is supported by an installation built into the wall, so installation can only be carried out at the stage of renovation in the bathroom. The main advantages of a wall-mounted bidet:

Compactness. Due to the fact that most of the device is built into the wall, only the bowl itself remains on the surface.
Ability to hold heavy weight. The installation is a durable structure, so it is acceptable to use a bidet for both men and women who are heavy. The maximum permissible load on the device is 400 kg.

Depending on the control features, mechanical or automatic types of bidets are distinguished

Helpful advice! Due to the apparent fragility of the design, many people do not understand how to wash themselves in a hanging bidet. In fact, due to the manufacturing features, it is quite possible for a person of any body weight to sit completely on the device in a comfortable position.

Features of the location of the mixer, classification of devices according to the intensity of water supply

When purchasing, it is important to consider that a floor-standing bidet comes complete (with a mixer and other necessary accessories), but wall-hung models are often sold without a tap and mixer, so they will need to be purchased separately.

Studying the pictures on how to use a bidet, you can see that water, depending on the type of design, is supplied in different ways:

Using a tap and mixer. In most models, special devices are installed on the bowl that increase the level of comfort when using the device.
Through the hole located at the bottom of the bowl.

The choice of device type depends on the specific application. If you plan for standard use, it is better to purchase plumbing fixtures with the classic method of supplying water from a tap. In this case, it is easier to regulate and adjust the temperature. In this case, the tap can be located either in the center of the device or at the back wall - convenience depends on personal preferences.

Wall-hung bidet models are often sold without a faucet and mixer, so they will need to be purchased separately

The water temperature can be adjusted manually, but more expensive models are equipped with a special thermostat that controls the level of water heating. In addition, these devices are equipped with mixers that supply water jets of varying degrees of intensity:

ordinary;
pulsating;
intense;
soft.

How to choose

Traditionally, bidets are made from porcelain or earthenware , covered with glaze. The materials are particularly hygienic and do not absorb dirt. Porcelain products are more expensive, but this does not mean at all that earthenware equipment is worse.

When choosing, you should take into account the size of the room so as not to clutter it. As a rule, the most space is in combined bathrooms, where conventional bidets are usually installed. In small toilets, it is more rational to use bidet toilets.

It is also necessary to pay attention to the location of the fountain and the availability of options - the greater their number, the more expensive the equipment.

The main types of combined plumbing fixtures

In most cases, the bathroom cannot boast of large dimensions. Therefore, when planning space, they try to limit the installation of plumbing fixtures as much as possible, so that it is convenient not only to enter (or leave) the room, but also to freely perform actions inside the room. In such a situation, a free-standing bidet is considered an unaffordable luxury, so in a situation with a small bathroom, preference is given to universal combined plumbing fixtures. Let's consider the main types of such structures.

Shower toilets. The ideal solution for a small toilet. When studying the question of how to use a bidet (the photos demonstrate the advantages and disadvantages of this type of plumbing), you should pay attention to the significant advantages - no need to transfer from device to device and freeing up space from an additional bowl. It is for these reasons that the design has become widespread.

A toilet equipped with a hygienic shower is a watering can, very similar to a shower

Hygienic watering can. Users often think about what is better: a bidet or a hygienic shower. Many are inclined to choose the second option. The device is a watering can, very similar to a shower, but with a small head and, in some cases, with a special button at the base designed to quickly turn the water on/off. The model has become widespread because you can use a hygienic shower in the toilet not only for its intended purpose, but also by using it during cleaning, for example, to fill a bucket, wash a toilet bowl, or rinse dirty containers. In addition, the device is compact in size.

The bidet lid is considered one of the latest inventions, which can be installed on the toilet at any time, the main thing is to choose the appropriate size. A bidet built into the lid can be installed under any conditions and in a bathroom of any size. If you look at pictures and photos of how to use a bidet for men and women, you will notice that the process itself is similar to using a bidet toilet.

The main advantage of the bidet lid is the presence of electronic control, which allows you to set the optimal temperature once, which will be maintained every time you turn it on. In addition, some models come with a control panel, with which you can control the water pressure, use the hydromassage function and air freshener. Another useful option is a hairdryer, which eliminates the use of a towel after washing, which provides additional protection for the delicate skin of the perineum.

Often there is a toilet with a built-in bidet - this is when the toilet rim is equipped with nozzles

Helpful advice! According to the instructions, the bidet built into the lid requires an electrical connection in order to fully use all functions. This nuance should be considered before purchasing the device.

What parameters should you pay attention to first: advice from experts

Before choosing a specific model of a free-standing appliance or shower toilet, it is recommended that you first pay attention to the material from which the bowl is made. The most popular options include the following surfaces:

Porcelain. The material is used to make the most expensive models, because it is considered to be of high quality and durable. The lack of porosity prevents the penetration of foreign odors, dirt and moisture into the structure. The average service life is 50 years or more.
Earthenware. A cheaper material, which, due to its low cost, is more often used for the manufacture of plumbing fixtures. Earthenware has a porous structure, therefore, in order to improve consumer qualities, the bowls are additionally coated with glaze. In this regard, they are rarely used for more than 30 years.

Related article:

Toilet with bidet function: an ergonomic and convenient device for personal hygiene
Characteristic features of the device. Material for making products. Types of plumbing fixtures. Popular manufacturers and models.

While watching videos and photos on how to use a bidet, you can notice that the devices are also made from other materials, for example, glass or plastic. In public toilets, steel bowls are often found, which are characterized by resistance to mechanical damage. But installing a steel bidet at home is strictly not recommended due to the fact that sitting on such a device is unpleasant and uncomfortable. By individual order, you can make designer models, where the main material is glass or precious metal.

Modern bidet models have several operating modes, including those in accordance with the user’s gender

Helpful information! In addition to the fact that porcelain itself is more expensive, the manufacturing technology (when compared with earthenware) is also more expensive. For this reason, porcelain bidets will cost 20-30% more.

When purchasing, you need to take into account the type of design and select the optimal device, focusing on the height, weight and age of the people who will most often use the device. You should be aware that it will be inconvenient for elderly people and people with limited mobility to use a device that is too low or, conversely, too high. The optimal height of the toilet and bidet in this case is considered to be 45-60 cm. This figure is on average 10-12 cm higher than the standard installation.

The size of the bowl should correspond to the dimensions of the toilet room. If the parameters do not allow you to place two separate devices, you should opt for plumbing fixtures combined with a bidet.

Another selection criterion is the method of connection to the sewer system. In this case, the devices are classified as follows:

vertical;
horizontal;
inclined.

The optimal height of the toilet and bidet is considered to be 45-60 cm

If the bidet is installed after completion of the repair, it is necessary to purchase a model that matches the wiring performed and the sewer inlets installed in the riser. For this reason, it is recommended to choose a convenient option before starting repairs in order to prepare the necessary exits for it.

Experts advise buying goods from trusted retail outlets. At the same time, it would be useful to inquire about the availability of quality certificates and guarantees. Plumbing equipment is quite expensive and is purchased for more than one year. Therefore, supporting documentation will help if necessary to return or exchange the device.

Generally accepted rules for using a bidet: video instructions

The main rule for using a hygienic device is that you cannot use a free-standing bidet as a toilet: you need to transfer to the bowl after you have relieved your natural needs. On the Internet you can find many photos of how to use a bidet for women and men. Tips for using the device:

Before directing the stream to the perineal area, in order to avoid dousing with too hot or cold a stream, you should carefully adjust the temperature of the water supply.
You can sit on the bidet in any comfortable position. But still, most users emphasize that it is better to sit facing the faucet, because you can only use the bidet faucet correctly if it is in front of your eyes.
It is necessary to place intimate soap, a towel or disposable wipes around the device at arm's length to dry the skin. If the device is used by different people, it is especially important to hang paper towels nearby.

Helpful advice! By watching the video “How to use a bidet for women,” you can pay attention to the fact that it is important to reach all hygiene products without getting up from the device. This life hack is also useful for men who prefer to use a bidet to ensure personal hygiene.

Previously, it was customary to sit on a bidet “astride”, and some people do just that, but by and large, everyone chooses the position based on personal comfort. There is no point in following clear rules here - it is better to rely on your own feelings and comfort.

Assignment to trouble

The question arises, what is a bidet for? This device is similar to a sink. Invented for cleaning after using the toilet. It is believed that there is no need for toilet paper when using it. Although it is better to use both. The functions of this item are not limited to this. Can be used when washing your feet or washing your baby. Convenient for the elderly and people with limited mobility. Widely used in medical organizations and sanatoriums.

You can choose the model that suits you best. If you have a small bathroom space, you don’t have to install it separately, but purchase a special lid for the toilet. This is a design with a built-in mixer. Any model can include a drying function.

Advantages and disadvantages of installing a washing device

Installing a bidet will provide home residents with a number of benefits, because you can rinse your intimate areas after visiting the toilet without leaving the bathroom. This allows you to wash the necessary parts of the body much faster and without using a shower or bathtub. Other positive aspects of using the device:

Cleaning a bidet is much easier than washing a bathtub or shower bowl;
it is easy to teach children to use the device independently;
facilitating hygiene procedures for elderly people with musculoskeletal problems and people with disabilities;

Among the main disadvantages is the need to allocate space in the bathroom for a bidet

availability of a wide range of models and modifications;
the presence of useful additional functions in some devices;
saving water consumption;
practicality and functionality of many devices;
easy installation and maintenance.

Before choosing a bidet, it would be wise to study the main disadvantages of using the device:

creating an additional unit in the bathroom to connect a device that consumes water;
connection to some models of the electrical network;
significant cost of maximum functional devices;
lack of service centers in some cities for repairing models with built-in electronics.

Another controversial aspect of installing a hygienic shower in families with children is the possibility of flooding neighbors. Children can play in the toilet and accidentally turn on the constant flow of water to the watering can. If the hose is not lowered into the toilet, it will inevitably lead to water leakage. This problem can be solved by carrying out explanatory work. The advantages of such devices outweigh their minor disadvantages.

The high cost of a bidet is justified by the comfort and benefits that the operation of the device brings

A few tips for properly installing plumbing fixtures in the bathroom

Once you are convinced of all the advantages of a bidet, you should think about the installation rules. To perform competent installation of plumbing fixtures, there are generally accepted norms and rules. In any case, the installation should first of all be convenient for the specific user. Before proceeding with installation, it is necessary to take into account the location of the bowl relative to the riser of the sewer system and other devices located in the room.

Usually the device is mounted on the side of the toilet at a distance of no more than 1 meter, preferably 60-70 cm. This distance is easy to overcome without unnecessary movements. However, you should not reduce this distance too much, because the toilet and bidet will be inconvenient to use.
Other plumbing fixtures should also not be located close to the bowl, as otherwise it will be uncomfortable to sit on. It is better to leave at least 60 cm in front of the device, the minimum distance on the sides is 25 cm.

The bidet is considered an ideal option for maintaining daily personal hygiene of the genitals and perineal area. The device cannot replace a shower or bath, but it is an excellent addition to the bathroom, allowing you to save time on cleaning. Every time after visiting the toilet, running to the shower is long and inconvenient, but an installed bidet makes it possible to clean up quickly and comfortably.

What is the process

It all comes down to simply washing the female genital organs after visiting the toilet.

It is for this reason that cleaning supplies and a towel should be located not far from the sanitary device.

If you are not a fan of using regular soap, you can use products designed for intimate hygiene.

Along with a regular fabric towel, you can use paper ones. Read which is the best stainless steel water heated towel rail.

This is even much more practical if there are also ladies in the house who are indifferent to such a concept as “personal belongings”.

Some women see nothing wrong with secretly using someone else's towel (especially for wiping private parts). There is a misconception that a bidet can replace a bath or shower.

Most likely, it is an excellent complement to traditional plumbing fixtures.

If this sanitary fixture is installed in the house, then the woman will use other plumbing fixtures much less often.

Agree, using a shower after every trip to the toilet is, to say the least, inconvenient.

And you can quickly clean yourself up with the help of a bidet.

The mechanism of the ladies' special toilet provides for the supply of liquid through a tap with an aerator, which has a swivel joint.

With its help, you can easily control the direction of water flow.

The simplest samples of mixers (about disassembling a ball mixer are written here), intended for sanitary products, have a similar design of a device for mixing water for sinks.

In them, water is mixed manually. Sensory modifications reduce human input to a minimum.

Special sensors react to the slightest movement and turn on automatically.

Thanks to the achievements of scientific and technological progress, the procedure for using a bidet occurs in the most comfortable mode.

On the domestic market of sanitary products you can find a wide variety of modifications of sanitary and hygienic devices.

List of functions that may be included in the control unit:

autonomous water heating,
automatic liquid deodorization,
drying using the built-in hair dryer,
hydromassage (the benefits of a circular shower are described in this article),
ventilation, etc.

The high price is fully justified by the wide variety of performance characteristics.

In conclusion, I would like to say the following:

A plumbing fixture called a bidet is available in various modifications.

This refers to their type, design capabilities, functions and operating principle. You need to choose a product based on personal needs, financial capabilities and functional preferences.

Bidets must be installed by specialists.

Dear ladies, always be beautiful and try to keep your body clean. Modern devices make it possible to turn an ordinary hygiene procedure into a pleasure.

Watch the video to see how to use a bidet correctly.

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pospelov:
04/16/2017 at 09:24
Yuri Pospelov
Ours are abroad. Bidet
A comrade from Ulan-Ude sat down on a bidet in the morning. He only sat for five minutes, but he wasn’t expected for breakfast.
© Yuri Pospelov, 2016
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