When planning to change the arrangement of your bathroom or taking on its renovation, it's worth considering the presence of additional equipment elements in the room, such as a stylish and functional bidet. It is a device that is still quite undervalued, mainly because it's not entirely clear what it is actually needed for. Originally, the bidet was created for women - to maintain intimate hygiene, which remains its main function to this day. However, nowadays, bidets are also used by men and children, who from a young age learn proper hygiene habits. The modern bidet is a product known in many different forms - its functionality and aesthetic appearance are catered to by ceramic manufacturers who compete daily in creating ever-newer functions and applications. What is today's bidet, and what is it needed for? We will try to answer these questions in detail in the article.
Bidet – some useful information
A classic bidet is very often mistaken for a toilet bowl because it resembles it in shape, size, and finish. People who choose this type of solution usually place the bidet right next to the WC bowl - when shopping, it's worth choosing models from the same producer's collection, preferably from one series. We can then be sure that their combination will look stylish. The choice of ceramic type is equally important – with a hanging toilet bowl, a hanging bidet looks much better, while for a standing toilet, a standing bidet is a much better solution.
You can find bidets made from different materials and, manufacturers also offer products that differ in shape, color, and design. The most popular material used for their production is ceramics - browsing through the offers of well-known brands, you will undoubtedly encounter products made of non-glazed or glazed ceramics (the latter option is significantly more durable and more resistant to various types of damage). Bidets made of sanitary ceramics are incredibly durable, resistant to sudden temperature changes, and are also resistant to various types of chemical agents with an acidic or alkaline reaction. Many models available on the market also have an additional coating, preventing the build-up of deposits and limescale, making it easy to keep sanitary ware clean. Classic bidets are also available in two other versions: a cheaper one made of faience and a more expensive one made of porcelain.
A practical piece of equipment or... a stylish interior addition
The bidet is primarily a practical piece of equipment that makes hygiene maintenance significantly easier, but... is that where its functions end? Of course not! A well-chosen model can also serve a decorative function, bringing a breath of fresh air into the interior and giving it a modern character.
Currently, there are many bidet models on the market - ceramic manufacturers are increasingly moving away from universal white, offering potential customers sanitary ware in a variety of colors and patterns. In the offers of well-known brands, you will find pastel bidets (in beige, light green, or blue) and models that catch the eye with more bold color combinations, including products in shades of graphite, navy, and emerald green. An elegant and incredibly extravagant solution could be black ceramics, though this option also has many fans – much like models studded with crystals, made on special customer requests. It's important to note here that a colored bidet may not always be readily available – very often you will have to wait for the chosen option to be brought to the store by the manufacturer.
Bidets, just like other bathroom equipment, often fall into various fashions – ceramic manufacturers, who are keenly aware of the latest trends, create individual projects designed for true lovers of utilitarian art. Thus, in the offers of well-known brands, you can find modern models – delighting with their minimalist form and elegant design, retro-style products – with more rounded edges and in a subdued color, and even bidets inspired by the glamour style.
Classic standing and hanging bidet
The traditional bidet mainly serves a practical function in daily activities, helping to maintain the intimate cleanliness of women and men. Using the spray gun in the bidet is very convenient and comfortably allows for intimate hygiene without having to undress. The classic bidet – whether in a hanging or standing version – is a solution that is being increasingly accepted in many cultures.
Classic bidets are increasingly being used in modern bathrooms. They make the bathroom look more aesthetically pleasing and help maintain cleanliness in daily activities. They are becoming a more frequent solution in bathrooms used by children, who learn good hygiene habits from an early age. In this case, a hanging bidet is often chosen, which is hung slightly lower so that a child can use it in the initial stage of learning about intimate cleanliness. This kind of bidet will become a smaller version of the normal WC bowl to the child. It allows a child to quickly learn the basic hygiene and cleanliness maintenance procedures. However, if the bathroom is big enough to accommodate a standing bidet, this option is worth considering because it is much more stable, and a child can sit on it safely.
Showerhead with bidet
Manufacturers are increasingly installing showerheads with traditional bidets, which make it easier to use bidets for various purposes. The showerhead also makes it easier to clean the bidet after previous use. This solution offers many possibilities – it is not only useful for lower body care treatments but also for cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of the bathroom.
During house or bathroom cleaning, the showerhead makes it easy to fill a bucket with water – it's a very quick and efficient solution. With the help of the showerhead, you can also wash your feet, shoes, or other dirty items. Bidets with a showerhead are additionally useful and comfortable because they also facilitate cleaning and maintenance activities in other rooms.
Bidet 2 in 1
Standing 2 in 1 bidets are most often chosen by people who care about the environment. It's an ideal solution also for small bathrooms, where there is no space for either a WC bowl or a bidet. A 2 in 1 bidet is a combination of a bidet and a toilet bowl. This solution works well not only in small bathrooms but also in larger ones, where the space is to be utilized in a different way, or where the bidet is used less often and a hybrid of the two accessories is sufficient. It is also a solution that allows for saving money – deciding on combining these pieces of equipment means not having to spend twice the money at once for their purchase.
Bidets with a WC bowl also work well in a family with a child. The child will use the same spot from the beginning, maintaining intimate hygiene, meaning there will be no need to unteach the child other habits. As with other solutions, this one has its supporters and opponents. Therefore, it is worth following your own needs and what is best for you, because the bathroom is a place where you take care of not only your body but also your mind. It is worth having equipment and accessories that make this reality more pleasant. Devices such as the bidet ease personal care in daily routines and make the space created in the bathroom more functional and pleasant for each user.