Bidet - Revision history

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	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

		+	* Gas fired toilet.
	* Lavatory.		* Lavatory.
	* Macerating toilet systems.		* Macerating toilet systems.

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	* Lavatory.		* Lavatory.
		+	* Macerating toilet systems.
	* Sanitary accommodation.		* Sanitary accommodation.
	* Sanitary pipework.		* Sanitary pipework.

Editor at 19:37, 17 January 2022

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	* Sanitary pipework.		* Sanitary pipework.
	* Sanitaryware.		* Sanitaryware.
		+	* Shower.
	* Sink.		* Sink.
	* Types of sanitary appliances.		* Types of sanitary appliances.

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	There is some debate over whether bidets are more hygienic than toilet paper alone. The sole use of a bidet can save a significant amount of paper. However, it is believed that a combination of the two provides the greatest hygienic benefit.		There is some debate over whether bidets are more hygienic than toilet paper alone. The sole use of a bidet can save a significant amount of paper. However, it is believed that a combination of the two provides the greatest hygienic benefit.

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	* Lavatory.		* Lavatory.
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	* Sanitary pipework.		* Sanitary pipework.
	* Sanitaryware.		* Sanitaryware.
		+	* Sink.
	* Types of sanitary appliances.		* Types of sanitary appliances.
	* Waste water.		* Waste water.

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Designing Buildings at 06:45, 3 May 2021

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	The Building Regulations Approved Document G: Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency suggests that the term ‘sanitary appliance’ means a ‘… WC, urinal, bath, shower, washbasin, sink, bidet and drinking fountain. It also includes appliances that are not connected to a water supply (e.g. composting toilet) or drain (e.g. waterless urinal).’		The Building Regulations Approved Document G: Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency suggests that the term ‘sanitary appliance’ means a ‘… WC, urinal, bath, shower, washbasin, sink, bidet and drinking fountain. It also includes appliances that are not connected to a water supply (e.g. composting toilet) or drain (e.g. waterless urinal).’

−	These appliances collect and remove waste matter. They are generally grouped into two categories: soil appliances and wastewater appliances. A bidet (either pedestal or wall hung) is categorised as a soil appliance and is ~~meant to be~~ used for hygienic matters~~. Its installation is subject to hygiene regulations associated with water supply and drainage. Regulations should be consulted before a device is installed~~.	+	These appliances collect and remove water and other waste matter. They are generally grouped into two categories: soil appliances and wastewater appliances. A bidet (either pedestal or wall hung) is categorised as a soil appliance and is used for hygienic matters.

	= History =		= History =

−	The word bidet comes from the French term for "little horse" - a reference to the position of a person who is using the device. It originated in 16th France, although the specifics of its introduction are unknown.	+	The word bidet comes from the French term for "little horse" - a reference to the position of a person who is using the device. It originated in 16th century France, although the specifics of its introduction are unknown.

	It may have been used along with a chamber pot, both as a device for washing and a contraception aid. Until the 1900s, bidets were most often found in bedrooms, but when modern plumbing was introduced to the bathroom, bidets and chamber pots moved out of the bedroom.		It may have been used along with a chamber pot, both as a device for washing and a contraception aid. Until the 1900s, bidets were most often found in bedrooms, but when modern plumbing was introduced to the bathroom, bidets and chamber pots moved out of the bedroom.
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	Bidets are commonly used in some parts of the world and are legally required in certain countries, including Portugal and Italy. They are also frequently found in other parts of the world, including Islamic countries, Africa, South America and Japan.		Bidets are commonly used in some parts of the world and are legally required in certain countries, including Portugal and Italy. They are also frequently found in other parts of the world, including Islamic countries, Africa, South America and Japan.

−	Japanese bidets sometimes include features such as seat warmers, dryers and so on, making them ~~more~~ popular in other parts of the world (including Asia and the US). However, bidets are not commonly found in the UK or the US.	+	Japanese bidets sometimes include features such as seat warmers, dryers and so on, making them popular in other parts of the world (including Asia and the US). However, bidets are not commonly found in the UK or the US.

	There is some debate over whether bidets are more hygienic than toilet paper alone. The sole use of a bidet can save a significant amount of paper. However, it is believed that a combination of the two provides the greatest hygienic benefit.		There is some debate over whether bidets are more hygienic than toilet paper alone. The sole use of a bidet can save a significant amount of paper. However, it is believed that a combination of the two provides the greatest hygienic benefit.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
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	The Building Regulations Approved Document G: Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency suggests that the term ‘sanitary appliance’ means a ‘… WC, urinal, bath, shower, washbasin, sink, bidet and drinking fountain. It also includes appliances that are not connected to a water supply (e.g. composting toilet) or drain (e.g. waterless urinal).’		The Building Regulations Approved Document G: Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency suggests that the term ‘sanitary appliance’ means a ‘… WC, urinal, bath, shower, washbasin, sink, bidet and drinking fountain. It also includes appliances that are not connected to a water supply (e.g. composting toilet) or drain (e.g. waterless urinal).’

−	These appliances collect and remove waste matter. They are generally grouped into two categories: soil appliances and wastewater appliances. A bidet (either pedestal or wall hung) is categorised as a soil appliance and is meant to be used for hygienic matters. Its installation is subject to hygiene regulations associated with water supply and drainage.	+	These appliances collect and remove waste matter. They are generally grouped into two categories: soil appliances and wastewater appliances. A bidet (either pedestal or wall hung) is categorised as a soil appliance and is meant to be used for hygienic matters. Its installation is subject to hygiene regulations associated with water supply and drainage. Regulations should be consulted before a device is installed.

	= History =		= History =

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= Introduction =

The Building Regulations Approved Document G: Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency suggests that the term ‘sanitary appliance’ means a ‘… WC, urinal, bath, shower, washbasin, sink, bidet and drinking fountain. It also includes appliances that are not connected to a water supply (e.g. composting toilet) or drain (e.g. waterless urinal).’

These appliances collect and remove waste matter. They are generally grouped into two categories: soil appliances and wastewater appliances. A bidet (either pedestal or wall hung) is categorised as a soil appliance and is meant to be used for hygienic matters. Its installation is subject to hygiene regulations associated with water supply and drainage.

= History =

The word bidet comes from the French term for "little horse" - a reference to the position of a person who is using the device. It originated in 16th France, although the specifics of its introduction are unknown.

It may have been used along with a chamber pot, both as a device for washing and a contraception aid. Until the 1900s, bidets were most often found in bedrooms, but when modern plumbing was introduced to the bathroom, bidets and chamber pots moved out of the bedroom.

= Types of bidets =

Bidet shower. This is also referred to as a bidet spray, bidet sprayer or health faucet. It is a separate handheld device with a trigger.

Conventional. This is a separate plumbing fixture that is generally installed near a toilet.

Add-on bidet. This is a device with a nozzle that is attached to a toilet bowl or toilet seat. It may also be referred to as a combined toilet, bidet attachment or combi toilet.

= Cultural preferences =

Bidets are commonly used in some parts of the world and are legally required in certain countries, including Portugal and Italy. They are also frequently found in other parts of the world, including Islamic countries, Africa, South America and Japan.

Japanese bidets sometimes include features such as seat warmers, dryers and so on, making them more popular in other parts of the world (including Asia and the US). However, bidets are not commonly found in the UK or the US.

There is some debate over whether bidets are more hygienic than toilet paper alone. The sole use of a bidet can save a significant amount of paper. However, it is believed that a combination of the two provides the greatest hygienic benefit.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Lavatory.
* Sanitary accommodation.
* Sanitary pipework.
* Sanitaryware.
* Types of sanitary appliances.
* Waste water.

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