BIDETS

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 bidet toilet seat, 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 how to install a bidet.

Are bidets sanitary?

Yes. Bidets are considered one of the most sanitary forms of cleaning yourself after using the bathroom. All types of bidets 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 antimicrobial bidets toilet seats that provide extra sanitation and protection from bacteria.

What is a bidet?

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.