Toilet with bidet function: description, varieties and model range

Among the popular plumbing accessories, a toilet with a bidet function stands out for its modern configuration and a combination of several functions at once in one fixture. This combination helps to place, even in a limited area of ​​a typical bathroom, all the hygiene supplies necessary for the administration of natural needs.

Reviews of those who have already tried such a combination of plumbing fixtures suggest that a two-in-one floor-standing or wall-hung toilet with a built-in bidet is convenient, practical and really effective. But how do you make the right choice? It is impossible to understand whether a floor-standing toilet combined with a bidetka will be convenient, or whether it is worth taking a closer look at the 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 into 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 bowl shapes. Most often there is a funnel-shaped, easy to clean, but prone to splashing when water is washed off. The problem is solved using the anti-splash system.Visor bowls are characterized by the presence of an inclined wall, protect the bathroom from splashing water, the spread of unpleasant odors. The dish-shaped versions do not allow splashing due to the presence of a special shelf inside, but they are more difficult to maintain and clean.
• Release location. The installed models use options with a hidden location of the piping. And also the outlet can be located vertically (to the floor), horizontally or obliquely. When choosing equipment, it is imperative to take into account the structure of the sewerage system and the location of the outlet points.
• Flush system type. It can be straight or circular. The second option washes the bowl more efficiently.
• Fittings for adjusting the flushing and filling of the cistern. Typically a lever button is used.
• Covers and seats with microlift for smooth lowering and additional elements of the control system.

How such a combined system works should be considered. The toilet bowl combined with a bidet outwardly differs little from the classical design. Visually, the tank has a larger size, since it contains controls for the functions of the shower head. If you are using a mixer with a hand shower, 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 the special retractable spray nozzle or sidewalk, the design includes a hairdryer for blowing and drying with warm air.

The principle of operation of a bidet combined with a toilet is in the possibility of using an extended set of functions. After the traditional use of a hygienic device, by pressing a button, a pull-out element is activated, which provides additional washing of individual parts of the body. Upon completion of use, this element is washed with water and a disinfectant solution.

In models with a bidetka, the flushing function is placed outside the toilet bowl structure. A flexible hose with a special hygienic shower is attached to the side of the bowl and has a button for supplying water. When pressed, the spray is activated, the jet washes the parts of the body in need of hygienic care. Besides, an additional bidet attachment for a conventional toilet can be used, fixed on the very structure of the plumbing fixture. It is not very convenient to use such a shower head.

Additional options for devices with a built-in bidet connection include the following:

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

All existing variants of toilets with bidet function are subdivided into types according to the method of their installation and control. Several varieties can be distinguished.

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

Classic solutions with floor fixing.The range of products in this category is the widest, they are more varied in terms of the configuration of the cisterns, the type and location of the outlet.

Optimal options for compact or combined bathrooms. The cistern or the entire installation has a corner mount, floor-standing and wall-mounted models are available. 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 disabled person.

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

Materials for making bidet toilets are of great importance for the subsequent care and maintenance of the hygienic cleanliness of plumbing fixtures.

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

• Porcelain shower toilets are more valued and more expensive. The proportion of kaolin in them is relatively small, about 20%. Such products are denser and stronger, they are durable, have a higher impact resistance than earthenware. Porcelain sanitary ware retains its aesthetics longer and tolerates cleaning with abrasive substances well.

• Natural stone is found in the premium segment of sanitary ware. But such products are very massive and heavy, they can intensively absorb odors, and in general are more difficult to maintain a high level of hygiene. However, everything is redeemed by their durability and original design. And also there are lighter models made of artificial stone, attractive in appearance and truly easy to clean. But they cost a little less than their natural counterparts.

The color range of toilets with bidet functions is quite varied. Classic products 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. Contemporary designers offer opportunities to add variety to classic bathroom fixtures.

The sizes of toilets, which have a bidet function, are regulated by building codes and regulations. There is a limitation on the location of the plumbing fixture relative to the door and the wall opposite from the place of its attachment. It should not be less than 65 cm. There should be a free space of at least 30 cm on the sides.

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

The rating of the best manufacturers and models of toilets with bidet function includes mainly products of foreign origin. The brand rating should be considered separately for floor-standing and pendant 2-in-1 models.

Consider the popular floor-standing options for shower toilets.

Compact model with a combined ceramic cistern, a porcelain bowl, a universal type of release, an anti-splash system and a built-in shower nozzle available. The model is easy to attach and has an ergonomic oval shape. Bidet system control mechanical, Through a dual-mode button, the drain supports economical and conventional water discharge options.

Multifunctional model with bidetka, built-in mixer and mini-washbasin on the lid. The Italian-made monoblock solution has robust fittings with a chrome-plated stainless coating, a direct release is available, there is a microlift. The simultaneous supply of water to the watering can and the sink is not possible.

A budget model of a toilet with a bidet function, made in Turkey. Cheap execution makes it quite simple in terms of design and technical equipment. The outlet in the model is horizontal, there is a lower water supply and a cascade type of flush. The package includes a hygienic shower, the mixer is purchased separately.

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

One of the most popular Swiss made shower toilet series. The product features a fully automated washing system that operates in 5 modes. The model is equipped with a hair dryer system and heated seat, control is possible from a remote control or via an application for smartphones, there are separate work functions for men, women, children. The Comfort version implements the entire set of available functions, the Classic model is more minimalistic.

European-made shower toilet, supplied by default without installation and cover, microlift is optional. Anti-splash system available, manual adjustment of the nozzle rotation, full-fledged cascade flushing, leaving no room for poor cleaning of the bowl.

Turkish brand product with rimless collar design and built-in edge overflow protection. The model is connected to a hot and cold water supply system. The scope of delivery already includes a cover with a microlift system, an antibacterial coating facilitates hygienic care of the product. The downside of the model is the complex connection to the water supply.

The Spanish-made shower toilet comes with an electronic cover from the very beginning, the option with installation is more expensive. Rimless sanitary ware makes cleaning easier. High quality porcelain with an antibacterial coating ensures a constant cleanliness. The spray nozzle has a removable mount, easily removable for cleaning.

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

Model of a Turkish bidet toilet with a variety of designs. Plumbing has a variety of colors, including bright and decorated with ornaments. The washer is built in at the factory, which prevents it from warping. The model is made of high quality sanitary porcelain and has an antibacterial coating.

There are simple selection rules for finding a modern toilet / bidet set that is perfect for your toilet. Several basic recommendations should be noted.

• Determination of the installation site. The installation is optimally built into the wall if the bathroom has a niche that can be covered with a decorative panel. If there is enough 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 funds, the price category of plumbing can play an important role.
• Consideration of technical parameters. The purchased plumbing must match in its configuration with the water connection points, the height of the adjustment elements.
• Availability of additional options... Models with microlift, drying and other advanced features look attractive during a presentation. In fact, half of the functions may be useless or not very convenient to use.
• Features of the faucet. Ideally, it should have the functions of adjusting the pressure, changing the direction of flow, and a built-in temperature sensor. If a bidetka 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 purchasing an expensive set of plumbing fixtures. Sometimes a widely advertised version is inferior in quality and convenience to its more affordable, but less well-known counterparts.

For an overview of the toilet with a bidet function, see the following video.