What is the difference between a washlet and a bidet?

A traditional Bidet is a type of standalone bathroom fixture that uses a concentrated water stream to clean the user after going to the bathroom and resembles a toilet. Bidets can use water with a retractable or separate hand-held sprayer, faucet, or spray from the bottom of the bowl. Bidets are not considered toilets, but there are bidet attachments that can add the functions of a bidet to a toilet. A Washlet is a registered trademark of the Japanese toilet company Toto, used for their line of cleansing toilet seats with a warm water spray feature of a bidet. Washlets are a type of <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Bath-Bidets-Bidet-Toilet-Seats/N-5yc1vZbza8">bidet toilet seat</a>, which is a standalone module that can be added to the top of a toilet to add the features of a bidet to the toilet. Some bidet toilet seats also have self-cleaning features and warmed seats.

What are the pros and cons of a bidet?

Bidet pros: -Bidets are considered more sanitary than traditional toilet paper. -Bidets can be more affordable compared to toilet paper use. -Bidets are more environmentally friendly. -Bidets can be very easy to install, especially the toilet seat bidets and bidet attachments. -Bidets can be helpful for individuals with certain medical conditions. Bidet cons: -Bidets will take getting used to for most individuals. -Stand-alone bidets can take much space in your bathroom. To avoid this, a bidet attachment or a bidet toilet seat can be installed in your current toilet instead. -Bidets can also be expensive depending on the option. -Electric bidets will not work when the power is out.

How do you install a bidet?

Depending on the type of bidet you are installing the process difficulty can range from beginner to intermediate. Please visit our guide for instructions on how to install a bidet for instructions and different bidet types. For a traditional freestanding bidet, if your bathroom is equipped with correct plumbing, installing a bidet is comparable to replacing a toilet. -Start by turning off your water. -Begin assembling the bidet by attaching the drain fittings and the faucet. Follow all instructions in the owner's manual. -Align the bidet over the drain and water supply lines. -Mark the placement and drill pilot holes. -Secure the bidet to the wall using proper tools and materials. -Apply silicone sealant around the base of the bidet, as you would do when installing a toilet. -Connect the water supply, shut-off valve, and drain. -Open the valve to turn on the water and test the bidet for proper function and leaks. For more detailed instructions please visit our guide on <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/c/ah/how-to-install-a-bidet/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90130213482">how to install a bidet</a>.

Yes. Bidets are considered one of the most sanitary forms of cleaning yourself after using the bathroom. All <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Bath-Bidets/Antimicrobial/N-5yc1vZceq2Z1z0rwkq">types of bidets</a> provide different advantages in hygiene and sanitation. All types of bidets use a concentrated stream of water to clean your bottoms, which eliminates or reduces the need for using toilet paper. Home Depot has a selection of <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/types-of-bidets/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90720d166b">antimicrobial bidets</a> toilet seats that provide extra sanitation and protection from bacteria.

A bidet is a bathroom fixture that uses a concentrated stream of water to clean your bottoms after using the bathroom. A traditional bidet, also called a bidet toilet, is a separate basin from a standard toilet with a faucet or a sprayer attachment. New types of bidets have become increasingly popular recently, such as a toilet and bidet all-in-one combo, bidet toilet seats, and bidet attachments that can be added to your toilet to perform the same functions as a bidet.