A bidet or hygienic shower cannot be found in every Russian apartment. And this is connected not with the low culture of our compatriots, but, rather, with the peculiarities of housing planning. But can any difficulties stop a person who decided to improve their apartments? It remains to figure out: bidet or hygienic shower - which is better?
Pros and cons of a bidet in the bathroom
The content of the article
- Pros and cons of a bidet in the bathroom
- Hygienic shower and its benefits
- Compare bidet and hygienic shower
Imagine: the landlord is lucky enough to have a large bathroom or separate toilet where you can install a bidet. It's fine! But do not rush without weighing all the pros and cons.
A bidet is a special "low" sink or bathtub for the care of intimate parts of the body. Such plumbing equipment is usually installed next to the toilet and replaces toilet paper. Agree, this method is more hygienic and allows you to maintain a feeling of cleanliness throughout the day.
By the way! Many people use the bidet for other purposes: they wash their feet and even shoes in it.
For our contemporaries, presentable housing is no less important than comfort. And this is where the bidet can play a role. Of course, expensive plumbing looks better, but even a budget set (toilet and bidet) will decorate the bathroom.
If you have the urge to immediately go to the store and start repairing, take your time. Let's see if there are any disadvantages to the miracle of plumbing? And the bidet has disadvantages:
- it takes up a lot of space;
- to mount it, additional sewerage and water supply branches are carried out, therefore, it is not recommended to install a bowl in an already finished toilet;
- due to technical features, it is impossible to wash without using hands;
- to use it, you need to take a certain posture, which is difficult for people with disabilities and the elderly.
Whether or not to install additional plumbing is up to you, of course. But I still think the bidet is a wonderful invention.
Historical fact: The bidet was invented by the French at the end of the 17th century.
Hygienic shower and its benefits
The appearance of plastic and metal-plastic pipes gives some freedom of action when installing plumbing, but does not solve all the issues. For example, in typical Soviet-era apartments, the bathroom is usually so small that even installing a washing machine becomes a problem, not to mention additional plumbing. In this case, you can install a hygienic shower. True, many people have not even heard of him. But this is a good alternative to a bidet.
A hygienic shower is a flexible hose, at the end of which a small special watering can is attached. It differs from an ordinary shower not only in size, but also in the presence of a shut-off valve. It retains water and prevents it from flowing to the floor.
Attention! The presence of such a soul obliges the owners to be careful and do not forget to turn off the water, otherwise a flood may occur.
If you have a question whether it is worth installing such an addition to the toilet at home, do not hesitate - it is definitely worth it.
Such a shower will help you to carry out intimate hygiene. Especially he indispensable for hemorrhoids. It is very convenient to use if a disabled person lives in the house. All procedures can be done over the toilet, avoiding unnecessary movements.
By the way, with such equipment, even the toilet bowl will become easier to wash. With the help of a watering can, it will be possible to rinse hard-to-reach places. It is very convenient to draw water into a bucket. And for cat lovers, the equipment will make it easier to wash the litter box.
Its only significant drawback is the water around the toilet bowl and on its rim.
Compare bidet and hygienic shower
It would be a mistake to say that a bidet is better or worse than a hygienic shower. Everyone has their own preferences. But if a person is faced with a choice of what kind of plumbing he personally needs, then, undoubtedly, he should know their comparative characteristics.
One of the main advantages of a hygienic shower over a bidet is the price.. It will be much cheaper, compact, easy to install. Suitable for any decor, unlike a bidet. Yes, if you have a large bathroom, you can choose. And if there is no room? In this case, the shower is irreplaceable.
A bidet that gives a special status to your bathroom requires space and installation skills for placement. But it wins in many ways compared to a hygienic shower. Once again about the benefits:
- the presence of warm water, since the shower is often connected only to cold;
- the floor covering and toilet lid remain dry during use;
- will last longer without replacement, and hoses and watering cans at a hygienic shower quickly fail;
- Flooding is practically excluded, while in a hygienic shower the hose can be ripped off due to the pressure of water.
Both devices will perfectly cope with their intended purpose. Moreover, contrary to popular belief, both women and men can use them.
