How to use a bidet: the basics of the basics
With this kind of concept, like a bidet, we encountered quite recently. It has been known in Europe since the 15th century. This is a very handy device for keeping the lower body clean. In addition, if the bidet is kept perfectly clean, it can be used to care for small children. It is also very convenient to use a bidet for washing your feet.
A bidet is a cross between a washbasin, a sink and a bathtub. Different types of bidets look different. Whatever the design of the bidet, each of them has:
- a recess for filling the container and a nozzle with a fountain;
- rotary mixer
If the toilet is already combined with the bidet, then the tips are mounted in the seat and equipped with a control unit. Modern bidets also come with a dryer.
Russians install a bidet not so often, but in European countries a bidet is installed even in public places, not to mention Japan, where there is a bidet in almost every third house.
Types of offered bidets
Technology does not stand still, even a bidet can be found in different versions and designs. The cheapest option is to attach the nozzle to your installed toilet. If the apartment has a small bathroom, this problem is solved by installing a small bidet.
There is a bidet with one recess for filling the container. If desired, this hole is closed with a stopper, it is possible to leave a free drain. In any case, the water fountain is directed straight up.
Custom design bidet faucets are also in high demand in the market. Their peculiarity is that you independently adjust the direction of the jet at the angle you need. The most modern type of bidet is electronic, having a built-in control unit and two tips. One of them - short, designed for men, long - for women. There are also hanging bidets, as well as a bidet with a drying mode.
Rules for using a bidet
The main purpose of a bidet is in washing and caring for the external genitalia and anus. It will be a very convenient device for elderly people with physical disabilities that do not give the opportunity to take a regular bath, as well as for patients with hemorrhoids, injured people and people who are overweight. And for pregnant women, a bidet is just a lifesaver. How to use a bidet correctly? You can sit on the bidet as you like, it depends on each specific case of its use. After visiting the toilet, use toilet paper, and then you can sit on the bidet. The toilet and bidet in the bathroom are located nearby for convenience. Set the temperature and water level to your liking. During the procedure, use cream soap and paper napkins.
Please note that a bidet should in no case replace taking a shower or bath.
Most families that use bidets have both bathtubs and showers. In addition, using a bidet saves both water and energy significantly, and you will have to spend less time cleaning the tub.
Bidet, bidet toilets are now so relevant in Europe that more and more Russians are starting to use this device. There are no particular difficulties, but the benefits are huge. The choice of a bidet is also not difficult: you will be offered models from both Russian and foreign manufacturers of various colors and price preferences. Numerous studies on the use of bidets have proven that their use is much more hygienic than using ordinary toilet paper.
