Description
Description

Bidets are bathroom plumbing fixtures designed for the purposes of washing a human’s genital or anal area. Typically located next to a toilet for cleaning the body after use, bidets consist of a spray nozzle located within the basin and valves for adjusting and controlling the water temperature and power.

To use a bidet, users have the option to straddle the bidet by facing the wall and valve controls, or to sit facing outward. Bidets have long been popular throughout southern Europe and South America, but have also become common for aging populations that need greater assistance in the bathroom. Bidet-like spray features have also begun to be incorporated into some high end tech-enabled toilets.

History
History

Bidets originated in France in the 17th century as a washing basin for the private areas. Over time, they became popular in European aristocratic households. While initially separate fixtures, by the 20th century, bidets started integrating with toilets in some regions, offering both washing and flushing capabilities. Different cultures embraced bidets at varied paces, with some nations adopting them widely, like Japan and Italy, while others remained more resistant. Their primary role has always been to enhance personal hygiene after using the toilet.

Future
Future

Bidets are becoming smarter and more widespread. Current designs incorporate features like adjustable water temperature, pressure control, and even air-drying. Some bidets now offer self-cleaning nozzles and UV sanitization. Their eco-friendliness, reducing the need for toilet paper, is driving their global adoption. However, challenges lie in cultural acceptance and installation costs, especially in regions where bidets aren't traditional. As sustainability and hygiene take center stage in bathroom design, bidets are positioned to play a more dominant role in modern sanitation practices.

Common Questions
Common Questions
How do you use a bidet?

First, one uses a toilet before using a bidet. The next step is to position oneself hovering over the bidet and facing the controls, although standalone bidets allow for one squat facing away. Turn on the hot water if there is an option for it and turn on the spray, cleaning private areas with the jet. It is important to configure the settings and valves so the stream does not spray too intensely or at the wrong location. The last step is to dry oneself and wash hands.

What is a bidet used for?

The primary use of a bidet is to clean off the private parts of a person after he or she has used the toilet. A bidet can feature a vertical jet for an easier wash process (sprayed stream of water) and can come in various shapes and sizes. It is considered to be the primary method of cleaning oneself around the world with standalone bidets most commonly found throughout Europe.

Why don’t Americans use bidets?

The reason Americans do not use bidets is founded in the continuation of tradition rather than a rational reasoning. The bidet originated in France in the 1700s and was adopted by many, but not the English due to unfriendly relations of the time. American colonists took with them the traditions and habits of the English, which excluded the use of bidets. As such, there maintains a sense of unfamiliarity Americans have with bidets that ultimately is the cause of their lack of use.

Fixtures

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15” | 38 cm
15.25” | 38.7 cm
25.6” | 64.9 cm
56.5 lb | 25.6 kg
Kohler Memoirs Bidet
38.000
38.700
64.900
25.600
20
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Kohler Memoirs Bidet3D model of the Kohler Memoirs Bidet viewed in perspective3D model of the Kohler Memoirs Bidet viewed in perspective
15.5” | 39.4 cm
15.5” | 39.4 cm
24.375” | 61.9 cm
48 lb | 21.8 kg
Kohler San Tropez Bidet
39.400
39.400
61.900
21.800
20
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Kohler San Tropez BidetView of the Kohler San Tropez Bidet in 3D available for downloadView of the Kohler San Tropez Bidet in 3D available for download
16.1” | 40.9 cm
16.1” | 40.9 cm
21.6” | 54.9 cm
50.7 lb | 23 kg
Nameek’s Moai Round Floor Bidet
40.900
40.900
54.900
23.000
0
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Nameek’s Moai Round Floor BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Moai Round Floor Standing BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Moai Round Floor Standing Bidet
17.5” | 44.5 cm
17.7” | 45 cm
19.7” | 50 cm
50.7 lb | 23 kg
Nameek’s Planet Round Floor Bidet
44.500
45.000
50.000
23.000
0
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Nameek’s Planet Round Floor Bidet3D model of the Nameek’s Planet Round Floor Standing Bidet viewed in perspective3D model of the Nameek’s Planet Round Floor Standing Bidet viewed in perspective
15.4” | 39.1 cm
17.7” | 45 cm
19.3” | 49 cm
48.5 lb | 22 kg
Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Bidet
39.100
45.000
49.000
22.000
0
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Nameek’s Planet Round Wall BidetView of the Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet in 3D available for downloadView of the Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet in 3D available for download
16.1” | 40.9 cm
15.4” | 39.1 cm
21.5” | 54.6 cm
44.1 lb | 20 kg
Nameek’s Tizi Round Floor Bidet
40.900
39.100
54.600
20.000
0
https://p3d.in/e/TwtkC
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Nameek’s Tizi Round Floor BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Floor BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Floor Bidet
11” | 27.9 cm
15.4” | 39.1 cm
21.5” | 54.6 cm
38.7 lb | 17.6 kg
Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Bidet
27.900
39.100
54.600
17.600
0
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Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Bidet3D model of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet viewed in perspective3D model of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet viewed in perspective
17” | 43.2 cm
13.8” | 35.1 cm
20.9” | 53.1 cm
50.7 lb | 23 kg
Nameek’s Zefiro Round Floor Bidet
43.200
35.100
53.100
23.000
0
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Nameek’s Zefiro Round Floor BidetView of the Nameek’s Zefiro Round Floor Bidet in 3D available for downloadView of the Nameek’s Zefiro Round Floor Bidet in 3D available for download
12.6" | 32 cm
13.8” | 35.1 cm
20.9” | 53.1 cm
48.5 lb | 22 kg
Nameek’s Zefiro Round Wall Bidet
32.000
35.100
53.100
22.000
0
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Nameek’s Zefiro Round Wall BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Zefiro Round Wall Hung BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the Nameek’s Zefiro Round Wall Hung Bidet
15” | 38 cm
14.125” | 35.9 cm
25.5” | 64.8 cm
48 lb | 21.8 kg
TOTO Clayton Bidet
38.000
35.900
64.800
21.800
3510
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TOTO Clayton Bidet3D model of the TOTO Clayton Bidet viewed in perspective3D model of the TOTO Clayton Bidet viewed in perspective
16.25” | 41.3 cm
15.375” | 39.1 cm
26.5” | 67.3 cm
52 lb | 23.6 kg
TOTO Lloyd Bidet
41.300
39.100
67.300
23.600
3505
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TOTO Lloyd BidetView of the TOTO Lloyd Bidet in 3D available for downloadView of the TOTO Lloyd Bidet in 3D available for download
15” | 38 cm
15” | 38 cm
26.375” | 67 cm
46.5 lb | 21.1 kg
TOTO Pacifica Bidet
38.000
38.000
67.000
21.100
3520
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TOTO Pacifica BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the TOTO Pacifica BidetPerspective view of a 3D model of the TOTO Pacifica Bidet
15” | 38 cm
14” | 35.5 cm
24.875” | 63 cm
38.7 lb | 17.6 kg
TOTO Piedmont Bidet
38.000
35.500
63.000
17.600
3530
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TOTO Piedmont Bidet3D model of the TOTO Piedmont Bidet viewed in perspective3D model of the TOTO Piedmont Bidet viewed in perspective
TOTO Piedmont Bidet
Comparison drawing of TOTO Piedmont Bidet compared to other bidets

The TOTO Piedmont Bidet is a freestanding bidet fitted with SanaGloss technology and spots a classic contemporary design. The bidet has a dual flow mechanism from front and bottom with four faucet holes for vertical spray and flushing rim.

The TOTO Piedmont Bidet has an overall height of 15” (38 cm), depth of 24.875” (63 cm), and width of 14” (35.5 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the TOTO Piedmont Bidet measuring length, width and height
The TOTO Piedmont Bidet is a freestanding bidet fitted with SanaGloss technology and spots a classic contemporary design. The bidet has a dual flow mechanism from front and bottom with four faucet holes for vertical spray and flushing rim.

The TOTO Piedmont Bidet has an overall height of 15” (38 cm), depth of 24.875” (63 cm), and width of 14” (35.5 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the TOTO Piedmont Bidet measuring length, width and height
TOTO Piedmont Bidet
Height:
15” | 38 cm
Width:
14” | 35.5 cm
Length:
Depth:
24.875” | 63 cm
Weight:
38.7 lb | 17.6 kg
Area:

Type: Floor Standing

Materials
Vitreous china
Designer
TOTO

Drawings include:
TOTO Piedmont Bidet side elevation, front, plan

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Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet
Scale illustration of Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet compared to other bidets and a person

The Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet is a wall mount bidet designed to conserve water with a horizontal spray feature that makes the bidet easy to use. The clean white finish gives this bidet a contemporary look that would make it match other fixtures or coordinated with other Planet collections.

The Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet has an overall height of 15.4” (39.1 cm), width of 17.7” (45 cm), and depth of 19.3” (49 cm).

Dimensioned elevation and plan drawings of the Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet with height, width and depth
The Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet is a wall mount bidet designed to conserve water with a horizontal spray feature that makes the bidet easy to use. The clean white finish gives this bidet a contemporary look that would make it match and and be coordinated with other Planet collections.

The Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet has an overall height of 15.4” (39.1 cm), width of 17.7” (45 cm), and depth of 19.3” (49 cm).

Dimensioned elevation and plan drawings of the Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet with height, width and depth
Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet
Height:
15.4” | 39.1 cm
Width:
17.7” | 45 cm
Length:
Depth:
19.3” | 49 cm
Weight:
48.5 lb | 22 kg
Area:

Type: Wall Hung

Materials
Ceramic
Designer
Nameek’s

Drawings include:
Nameek’s Planet Round Wall Mounted Bidet front elevation, side, plan

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Bidet Clearances
Diagram drawing of the choice for either the straddling or sitting position for using a bidet

Bidet clearances refer to the essential space allocated around a bidet to ensure its convenient and unhindered use. Proper clearances enhance user comfort, safety, and accessibility, catering especially to those with mobility limitations. Ensuring ample space not only diminishes the risk of accidents but also facilitates cleaning and upholds hygiene standards. Complying with established bidet clearances aligns with building norms and guidelines. In essence, suitable bidet clearances are fundamental for effective bathroom design and the welfare of all users.

Bidets should be installed with a minimum clearance between other fixtures, like toilets, of 12"-15" (30.5-38.1 cm). 12" (30.5 cm) was once the standard clearance, but modern recommendations are between 15"-18" (30.5-45.7 cm). The sizes and installation methods of bidets vary between designs, but most fixtures fall within a depth range of 24"-28" (61-71 cm) and width of 14"-16" (36-41 cm).

Dimensioned elevation and plan drawings for bidet clearances with minimum and recommended clearances
Bidet clearances refer to the essential space allocated around a bidet to ensure its convenient and unhindered use. Proper clearances enhance user comfort, safety, and accessibility, catering especially to those with mobility limitations. Ensuring ample space reduces risk and helps cleaning.

Bidets should be installed with a minimum clearance between other fixtures, like toilets, of 12"-15" (30.5-38.1 cm). 12" (30.5 cm) was once the standard clearance, but modern recommendations are between 15"-18" (30.5-45.7 cm). The sizes and installation methods of bidets vary between designs, but most fixtures fall within a depth range of 24"-28" (61-71 cm) and width of 14"-16" (36-41 cm).

Dimensioned elevation and plan drawings for bidet clearances with minimum and recommended clearances
Bidet Clearances
Height:
Width:
Length:
Depth:
Weight:
Area:

Fixture Depth: 24”-28” | 61-71 cm
Bidet Width: 14”-16” | 36-41 cm
Toilet Width: 20”-24” | 51-61 cm
Towel Bar Height: 40” | 102 cm

Clearance Between Fixtures: 12” | 30.5 cm min.
Activity Zone (Minimum): 24” | 61 cm
Activity Zone (Recommended): 36” | 91 cm
Overall Width: 52”-64” | 132-163 cm

Materials
Designer

Drawings include:
Bidet Clearances side elevation, side, plan, bidet positions

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Kohler Memoirs Bidet
Comparison drawing of Kohler Memoirs Bidet compared to other bidets

The Kohler Memoirs Bidet spots four faucet holes for upward delivery of water and gentle cleansing. The bidet is made of Vitreous china having graceful, crisp lines and a design resembling crown molding that makes it easy to pair with Memoirs Classic toilet or Memoirs Stately suites.

The Kohler Memoirs Bidet has an overall height of 15” (38 cm), width of 15.25” (38.7 cm), and depth of 25.6” (64.9 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Kohler Memoirs Bidet with height, width, and depth dimensions
The Kohler Memoirs Bidet spots four faucet holes for upward delivery of water and gentle cleansing. The bidet is made of Vitreous china having graceful, crisp lines and a design resembling crown molding that makes it easy to pair with Memoirs Classic toilet or Memoirs Stately suites.

The Kohler Memoirs Bidet has an overall height of 15” (38 cm), width of 15.25” (38.7 cm), and depth of 25.6” (64.9 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Kohler Memoirs Bidet with height, width, and depth dimensions
Kohler Memoirs Bidet
Height:
15” | 38 cm
Width:
15.25” | 38.7 cm
Length:
Depth:
25.6” | 64.9 cm
Weight:
56.5 lb | 25.6 kg
Area:

Type: Floor Standing

Materials
Vitreous china
Designer
Kohler

Drawings include:
Kohler Memoirs Bidet front elevation, side, plan

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Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet
Comparison drawing of Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet compared to other bidets

The Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet is a trendy wall bidet with a relatively small structure that would fit any bathroom. The wall-hung bidet features a dual-flush mechanism that helps save water and ceramic construction for high-efficiency operation and easy cleaning.

The Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet has an overall height of 11” (27.9 cm), width of 15.4” (39.1 cm), and depth of 21.5” (54.6 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet with height, width, and depth dimensions
The Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet is a trendy wall bidet with a relatively small structure that would fit any bathroom. The wall-hung bidet features a dual-flush mechanism that helps save water and ceramic construction for high-efficiency operation and easy cleaning.

The Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet has an overall height of 11” (27.9 cm), width of 15.4” (39.1 cm), and depth of 21.5” (54.6 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet with height, width, and depth dimensions
Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet
Height:
11” | 27.9 cm
Width:
15.4” | 39.1 cm
Length:
Depth:
21.5” | 54.6 cm
Weight:
38.7 lb | 17.6 kg
Area:

Type: Wall Hung

Materials
Ceramic
Designer
Nameek’s

Drawings include:
Nameek’s Tizi Round Wall Hung Bidet front elevation, side, plan

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