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How to Install a Bidet

Holly Honeycutt

By Holly Honeycutt
Published March 25, 2024

In the past few years, bidets have become more popular in American households. In a few simple steps, we'll show you how to install a bidet attachment, handheld bidet sprayer or a bidet toilet seat.

Skill

Beginner

Time

Few Hours

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Tools and Materials

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Why Should I Install a Bidet?

A bathroom with gray walls, a freestanding tub, a white toilet with bidet and a gray vanity.

A bidet is a an easy way to provide sanitary cleansing, emitting a stream of water to clean up after using the toilet. Bidets have traditionally been floor or wall mount, but now there are several bidet types that can easily attach to your existing toilet.

Our Bidet Buying Guide explains the types, benefits and features to help you select the best bidet for your bathroom.

Types of Bidets

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There are several different types of bidets. In this article, we'll cover step-by-step instructions for installing the following:

  • a bidet attachment
  • a handheld bidet sprayer
  • a bidet toilet seat

Need to Know

There are other types of bidets to keep in mind, but they require a plumber or an electrician to safely install them.

Toilets with Bidets
A toilet with bidet has a built-in cleaning system, offering the most technologically advanced bidet features. They're installed like regular toilets, but often require electricity.

Freestanding Bidets
There are freestanding bidets that sit next to a toilet. Unless you already have an existing bidet that you're replacing, a bidet requires additional space and supply lines. We suggest hiring a professional plumber for a new bidet installation.

Bidet Attachment

A white toilet with a non-electric dual nozzle bidet attachment.

A bidet attachment can mount under most toilet seats and connect to the existing supply lines. Some attachments have features like adjustable water pressure or temperature. They don’t require electricity.

Follow these step-by-step instructions to install a bidet attachment in your bathroom.

Instructions

Handheld Bidet Sprayers

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A handheld bidet sprayer mounts on the side of your toilet or on the wall beside it. They don't require electricity and they connect to your existing supply lines.

Follow these instructions to Install a handheld bidet in a few simple steps.

Instructions

Bidet Toilet Seats

A white elongated soft close heated bidet toilet seat.

A bidet toilet seat replaces your existing round or elongated toilet seat and connects to the existing supply lines. Some options may require electricity.

Instructions

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