In the 17th century, a bidet was invented in France designed for intimate hygiene, and more specifically for washing intimate areas. Over the years, the bidet has evolved and now resembles an ordinary toilet, only with a mixer instead of a tank. The similarity with the toilet is visual, but in fact the bidet is more correctly compared with a bath or a washbasin.
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Such a plumbing device has been popular for a long time. Is mankind less hygienic? No more. There are several reasons for its not being popular. First - not everyone is aware of the purpose and usefulness of the bidet. After all, it can be used not only for hygienic purposes, but also as a bath for washing feet. It is very convenient for people suffering from diseases of the musculoskeletal system, hemorrhoids, it is also convenient for young children and the elderly.
And that's not all the advantages. With a bidet, you do not have to take a shower or bath more often than you need. This will save time cleaning the tub.
Well, the second reason for his unpopularity is the small size of the toilet room. It's just not where to put it. But this can also be corrected. Bidets are installed in the bathroom or buy a toilet with a bidet function that will save space.
There are cases when the bidet was purchased as an element of luxury and never used it. But you now know that the bidet allows you to create comfortable conditions after going to the toilet.
If you are thinking about installing a bidet, be aware that it will not be difficult to mount it yourself. Along with this device there is an instruction on which it is necessary to strictly observe all points. It is desirable that the instruction during the installation was in sight.
Buying a bidet begins with choosing a place in the bathroom, calculating its size, location of sewage and water pipes. Depending on the type of installation, the pipes to the sanitary unit can be opened, hidden in the wall and built into the housing.
The hygienic device is floor, hinged and combined type with a fountain-like and downward flow of water. Different style and with different functions: hair dryer, hydromassage, deodorization of air, etc.
Also for connecting the bidet, it is necessary to stock up with a screwdriver, a spanner and a wrench, a perforator, a pack, a silicone sealant, a mounting tape.
Buying a bidet is best with a toilet bowl of one brand. So the interior will be more harmonious. And if the toilet is already purchased, try to remember the article and the manufacturer's series in order to find a similar bidet model. Type of connection bidet should be the same as for the toilet.
It should also be noted that mixers are usually purchased separately.
Whatever the model of the hygienic device, the drain valve is automatic. To connect the bidet, you need a special fastener for the toilet, and a flexible tube serves as a connection to the sewer.
Assembling the mixer
A plumbing mixer is mounted on the plumbing fixture, rotating 360 ° C.It has a special lever for opening and closing the sink. There are several types: one-person, two-valve, with a photocell, thermostatic. The latter kind is the most optimal option.
Assembling the mixer on the bidet is not much different from the assembly for the washbasin and is done in this way:
- put on the rubber gasket and decorative cover on the bottom of the mixer;
- screw the flexible hoses of warm and hot water to the mixer. Tighten the pipe carefully, without greatly tightening, so as not to break the tightness;
- connect the mixer and the plumbing fixture by pre-inserting the rubber pads on them. Pin the hairpins with your hands, and then tighten with a screwdriver;
- put on a thrust metal washer, on the studs, nail nuts;
- mixer set in the center and secure with nuts;
- treat the joints with a sealant.
We collect the siphon
Like the mixer, the siphon is sold separately. It has different models and connection technologies, so consult with the seller when choosing a siphon. Any model is simply mounted and has a long service life. Siphons for bidets made of plastic, brass and stainless steel are produced.
The siphon is installed as follows:
- mount a drain grid with a rubber lining;
- fasten the grille with a wedge-shaped ring;
- a ring of a branch pipe grease a hermetic and up to the limit insert inside a socket of a drain pipe;
- check the connection for leaks;
- connect the siphon with a branch pipe and screw it with a nut.
When making connections, use a patch or sanitary flax. The wrap is wound on the thread strictly in its direction, in this case the wound threads will not crumble.
Combined with a toilet
If the dimensions of the bathroom do not allow you to connect the hygiene unit, you can buy a toilet bowl combined with a shower, or buy a cover-bidet.
In the side of the toilet-bidet, a special nozzle is mounted, and in the tank - a device with electronic control.
The nozzle is pulled out if necessary, without touching the sides of the bowl. Also, it is self-cleaning before starting work and then under the pressure of water for a few seconds. The water is supplied by means of buttons mounted on the outside of the bowl. Very rarely occurs water supply with the help of pedals.
The toilet-bidet functions are the same as for a conventional bidet: blowing, heating.
If you do not plan to change the toilet, replace the bidet cover. It is most simple to install. It is enough to connect it to the water supply and electricity, and then attach it to the toilet, like a regular cover according to the instructions.
When the siphon and mixer are assembled, the bidet itself is connected.
It is mounted the same way as a simple toilet. Plumbing is put in the necessary place, markings are made, drilled with a hole drill, then bolted. Finally, water supply and sewerage are connected.
With rising water flows
Mounting a bidet with a gushing water pressure is more complicated. The fact is that the water circulates inside the rim of the lid, warming it up. The actuated control mechanism pushes the water with a fountain upwards.
This device is equipped with a special lining that does not suck in the used water poured into the fountain.
Before connecting the bidet, the water supply regulator is assembled and connected, and then the water supply and sewerage are connected. After the plumbing fixture is fixed.
Suspended
The built-in bidet has its advantages:
- Hidden communication, which can not ruin the design of the bathroom by its appearance.
- Space saving. The bidet bowl does not push so much forward, which saves a little space. This is an excellent option for small rooms.
- Easy to clean the room, as this plumbing fixture does not rest on the floor.
- And, of course, a simple installation.
Suspended bidet consists of a carrier frame and a bowl. The installation is the support of the bowl, as well as the place of installation of the bidet. It allows you to accurately adjust the height of the plumbing system.
The installation technique of the pendant bidet is as follows:
- prepare a niche for installation. For this, a groove in the wall is made according to the dimensions of the bearing frame;
- draw a water supply and sewerage system;
- install the installation by attaching the lower legs to the floor, and the upper fasteners to the wall;
- connect the installation outlet with sewerage, fix the water pipe on the bar and screw the studs into the supporting frame. A cup will be mounted on the studs;
- sew a niche with gypsum cardboard;
- attach the bowl and connect the bidet to the pipes with water and sewage. Between the wall and the bowl, be sure to put a rubber or silicone gasket in the kit. It will become a buffer, which protects against destruction of the wall and the bowl, and also compensates for the loads on the studs of the installation;
- fasten the bidet by tightening the nuts.
If the rubber pad is not included, it can be done by yourself. Take the usual silicone in the tubes and apply it around the perimeter of the bowl. When the silicone dries, you can fasten the bidet.
There are nuances in the tightening of the nut. If it is strongly tightened, the drywall will bend, and if not, the bidet will hang out. Here the main thing is to find the golden mean.
Mounting the sink in the floor
As mentioned above, the mixer on the bidet is mounted both on the sink, and the sewer is connected as well as the toilet we have been familiar with for a long time. And the recommended drain in the floor is made as for a shower.
The purpose of the drain is to remove water from the floor, to prevent dampness and mold formation. The design is advised to be done during the repair of the entire floor in the room, as it will be necessary to work on waterproofing and screed.
In the installation of the drain, a special ladder is used, made of brass, steel or plastic, which is connected to the sewage system. The drain must be durable and resistant to corrosion.
At the beginning of the work, remove a small area of the floor, and then lay the waterproofing. Pipes for water drainage with the sewage outlet and check the tightness.
Top with a heat insulation layer, for example foam, and fill with cement mixture.
Make sure that the sink funnel is snug against the floor. When the cement dries, you can start the finishing work.
We can summarize. When connecting the bidet, consider the type of construction and the location of the sewage system. Buy a plumbing fixture with the instruction in a clear language and strictly follow it. If the bathroom is not large, use a bidet lid or a toilet bowl. Make a drain in the floor, the water will drain, preventing the dampness in the room.
