A bidet toilet is a great addition to a bathroom.
This low mounted plumbing structure is mainly used to wash and clean the private areas, especially inner buttocks, genitalia or the anus.
Also considered as a special type of sink, it is often installed near the toilet.
According to the research conducted by health experts, bidet toilets are considered more hygienic than using toilet papers and it prevents ailments like urinary tract infections, which are often spread due to poor hygiene.
Moreover, bidets are cost effective and eco friendly.
Because of these reasons, these structures are found highly beneficial for aged, handicapped or disabled persons.
You can find bidets of varied forms and colours.
Basically, two styles of bidets are available - basin and electronic type.
A basin type often has a porcelain or stainless steel basin, which can either be plugged or unplugged according to your need.
They often have special type of taps attached to it that pour warm or cold water to the basin.
In certain models, a nozzle will be available instead of a tap that sprays an arc of water directly to the genital area.
Sometimes, the nozzle can be controlled using an external tap.
Apart from being used as a separate structure, specially designed bidet toilet seats are also available that can be easily installed over the toilet itself.
These seat mounting structures are controlled electronically and work with a remote control.
They are often made of good quality plastic, stainless steel or chrome plated metal.
Some popular models of bidet toilet seats include facilities to adjust water pressure and spray width, activate or deactivate air dryer, control the direction of water spray and temperature compensation options.
All these additional features make it especially suitable for individuals with limited mobility.
Above all, many of the recent models of bidet seat covers come with built in air deodorizers.
This helps to filter and remove undesirable odour from the toilet.
Other advanced features include carbon filters, safety sensor and night light.
As there are a vast range of models, you need to do a little search and find the best one for your toilet.
You can either choose a conventional type bidet or an electric bidet seat for the ultimate experience.
Bear in mind that non-electronic types are fairly cheaper than the electric bidets.
Whatever be the choice, it is always better to buy the product from authorised dealers.