Basin faucets with hygienic shower are installed in small bathrooms, where free space does not allow installing a separate bidet. According to their own functionality and ease of use, they are no different from the usual bidet, and the cost is several times lower. Another plus is that the faucet can be installed on an existing sink, which further reduces the estimated cost of work and reduces installation time. All equipment can be installed within a few hours.

Wide choose various models allows all users to choose best option both in price and in quality, convenience and ease of use.

Below is a table of the most famous companies engaged in the production of such equipment. Each company has a large selection of products, the differences between them can be very significant.

Faucet with hygienic shower for basin

If it is difficult to make the final choice on your own, then it is better to use the universal advice of professional plumbing installers.

Features of use

It is necessary to install a sink faucet with a hygienic shower within reach, this way you can ensure comfort of use. The distance from the shower head bracket to the toilet should be chosen so that it can be easily reached by hand, and the length of the flexible hose ensures that hygiene procedures can be carried out. Please take these requirements into account when choosing a specific equipment model. If the distance from the sink to the toilet is large, then the length of the hose should be appropriate.

You need to know the nuances of use; they will have a positive impact on the choice of a specific device model. Before hygiene procedures, you need to adjust the water temperature.

After selecting the temperature, you can use the hygienic watering can. But you should keep in mind that turning on the watering can simultaneously leads to a drop in water pressure; adjust the pressure force taking this factor into account.

One more thing. If, during hygiene procedures, water is poured through the mixer, this increases its losses.

As soon as the sink faucet is turned on, pressurized water flows into the flexible hose. This operation scheme increases the requirements for the reliability of a hygienic shower; pay attention to its condition and, if leaks are detected, fix them immediately.

We will tell you how the hygienic shower head works and how to repair it in this article below.

Criteria for choosing faucets for a sink with a hygienic shower

We will not touch on specific brands and brands; decide on them yourself, taking into account design and cost. And on technical features It's worth going into more detail.

Manufacturing material and protective coating technology

Most often, the body of mixers is made of brass, hardware and additional elements are made of silumin. External chrome or nickel plating. How are these materials and technologies different?

1. Chrome plating. The highest quality and wear-resistant coating, hence the high price of such products. During the manufacture of faucets, electrolytic chrome plating technology is used; up to three layers of varying thickness can be applied. Chrome is resistant to most acids and, due to its high degree of penetration into the base, provides a very stable coating. The parts are perfectly smooth and shiny. Chrome does not fade when heated to +110°C, which guarantees color stability throughout the entire period of operation. Surfaces can be cleaned of dirt with any modern detergents without restrictions.
2. Nickel plating. A cheaper method of coating the external metal surfaces of faucets. In all performance indicators it is significantly inferior to chrome plating. The method is used during the manufacture of cheap or counterfeit products.

Practical advice. The cost of the final decorative coating in the total price of a faucet with a hygienic shower is only 3–5%; you should not skimp on its quality. Chrome-plated products retain their original appearance much longer; the coatings do not peel off for a long time, do not change color, and stains do not appear on them. Do not skimp on the external coating; it is much more profitable to use faucets with chrome-plated surfaces.

There are faucets with a body made of silumin - you should not buy such models. They do not last long and often suddenly crack. And the consequences of leaks can be very sad; fixing the problems will cost much more than purchasing a high-quality faucet.

Dimensions

The linear parameters of the device should take into account not only the size of the bathroom, but also the spatial position of the sink and toilet. It is highly desirable that the bracket for fixing the hygienic shower head is located under right hand. This arrangement eliminates many inconveniences during the hygiene procedure.

Pay attention to the length of the flexible hose, let it be with a reserve. If you plan to mount the faucet on a sink, then it must have a special technological hole. If it is not there, then it is better to purchase wall-mounted devices.

Practical advice. If the sink already has an ordinary faucet, then replacing it with a new one with a hygienic shower will not be a problem. Manufacturers will unify all holes and diameters; you will only need to dismantle the old device and install a new one in its place. No complex modifications are required.

Installation and assembly instructions

Let's look at an example of installing a faucet with a hygienic shower head directly on the sink.

Single lever basin mixer GROHE

Step 1. Check the package contents according to the manufacturer's instructions. Figure out where which rubber gaskets should be installed, what elements are intended for installation, etc. Each manufacturer should provide schematic diagram assembly, start installation only after studying it.

Step 2. Install the round rubber gasket on the bottom of the faucet. In terms of size, this is the largest gasket. Check its integrity; if there are leaks, water will begin to leak under the sink, this is a very unpleasant phenomenon.

Step 3. Insert the faucet into place, and put a metal element on it from below for fastening. Check the position of the device; the rubber gasket should completely cover the technological hole.

Step 4. Tighten the locking nut. Do not apply too much force; the ceramic sink may crack.

Practical recommendation. Tighten the nut until the rubber gasket around its entire circumference shrinks slightly. Turn the mixer in different directions, it should be held steadily. Do not compress the rubber to the limit, this is very dangerous.

Step 5. Connect flexible hoses to the faucet. There are three of them in total: two for cold and hot water for mixing and one at the outlet to the flexible hose of the hygienic shower. All hoses have O-rings, do not overtighten them. Modern models do not require much effort for assembly, these old devices used tow for sealing, it had to be tightened tightly.

Mixer hoses connected to taps

Step 6. Install a watering can holder on the wall. The distance from it should allow you to remove the watering can without getting up from the toilet.

Step 7 Attach a watering can to the second end of the corrugated hose.

Step 8 Turn on the water supply and check the tightness of the pressure connections. It is easier to check using pieces of paper. Place it on the floor under the joints and wait 5-10 minutes. During this time, leaks will definitely appear. Drops of water on the paper are clearly visible, determine which connection is leaking and fix the problem.

Important. Malfunctions cannot be eliminated by strong tightening; this is not only useless, but also dangerous. The fact is that the hardware is made of fragile materials and will fail if subjected to strong forces.

To eliminate the leak, you need to unscrew the unit and check the condition of the rubber gasket or oil seal. The main cause of leaks is damage to rubber elements during assembly. If necessary, replace the gaskets with new ones; you can buy them at any plumbing store.

How to repair a watering can

Mixers can have various devices for adjusting the water temperature; all users are aware of the features of their operation. But how a hygienic shower head works and what problems may arise during use is not known to all users. We have already mentioned that leaking showerheads can cause flooding in the bathroom; the consequences of flooding are very unpleasant. Before you repair a watering can, you should study the principle of operation and learn about its components.

What elements are used to make a hygienic shower head?

1. Frame. Made of plastic, external surfaces have a decorative coating. A small diameter watering can is screwed to the body with a screw; control mechanisms are located inside. A corrugated hose is connected from below, and on the back there is an external lever for turning on the water supply.
2. Metal tube. Made of brass, it serves to supply water from a corrugated hose to the body of the watering can and then to the shower. One end of the tube is pressed tightly against the rubber gasket, the other moves freely in rubber seals installed in the housing plug. When the lever is pressed, a metal tube compresses the spring, the tube falls along the seals and allows water to access the watering can. Two plastic stops are pressed onto the tube to stop the lever.
3. Spring. Made of stainless alloy steel, presses the metal tube to the rubber valve. One end of the spring rests against a plastic stopper on the tube, and the other against a plug on the body.
4. Lever (button) for turning on the water. The upper part rests against the drive on the body, the lower part makes reciprocating movements of the tube. Fixed to the body using a metal axis.
5. Stub. It has a hole in which the tube moves; rubber rings are used for sealing.

Manufacturers may slightly change the size, location and materials of the elements, but the operating principle is the same for all.

How to repair a hygienic shower head

We have already mentioned that the watering can is the most important element of a hygienic shower; when the mixer is opened, it is always under pressure, has rubbing surfaces and rubber valves. Each of these elements can cause leaks. Problems appear in three places.

1. Water is leaking at the bottom of the watering can body. The reason is a loose connection between the corrugated hose and the body of the watering can. This is the simplest fault; to eliminate it, it is enough to replace the rubber gasket or tighten the nut a little.
2. Water drips from under the water supply control lever (button). The reason is critical wear of the rubber rings in the plug. The seals must be replaced.
3. Water seeps through the holes in the watering can. The reason is that the tightness of the water supply shutoff is broken. The metal tube in the closed position is pressed against the rubber gasket by a spring; over time, natural physical wear appears on it, it loses its plasticity, and dents may form. If, in addition to these problems, the technological holes in the body into which the tube is inserted have increased, then during movement it deviates slightly from the axis of symmetry each time. This is the most annoying problem; sometimes you have to buy a new hygienic shower head.

To eliminate the last two faults it is necessary completely disassemble the watering can. How it's done?

Step 1. Unscrew the corrugated hose of the watering can.

Step 2. Using a knife or small screwdriver, carefully remove the plug from the end of the housing. Take it out slowly, pry it from all sides and gradually pull it out. Do not damage the body of the watering can; the plug is seated very tightly. Work carefully, as soon as the element begins to move, lower the body as low as possible to the surface of the workbench. Keep in mind that the spring inside is highly compressed and can fly out at high speed. Take all precautions.

Step 3. Remove the metal shaft from the housing; it holds the control lever. If there is no spring, the axle should be easy to remove. You can remove the axle using an awl or solid wire of a suitable diameter.

Step 4. Pull out the lever.

Step 5. Now you can remove the metal tube and rubber band that closes the water inlet into the watering can.

Step 6. Check the condition of the rubber elements. We have already mentioned that rubber rings and gaskets fail. If critical wear or mechanical damage is detected, replace parts.

Disassembled watering can

Reassembling the watering can body occurs in the reverse order. Take your time; the elements should fall into place without excessive effort. To make the seals fit easier, moisten them with soapy water.

If your water has great content calcium, then after a few months the holes of the watering can significantly decrease in diameter due to solid calcium deposits. As a result, the streams of water become thin and move at high speed, causing certain inconveniences during hygiene procedures. The problem can be easily solved. Using a sewing needle or thin pin, clean each hole; if you have time, remove the mesh of the watering can to remove solid particles.

When cleaning the holes, do not damage them. Otherwise, the water jets will be directed in different directions.

Installation of a faucet with a hygienic shower on the wall

This method is suitable for all types of sinks and is considered universal. The distance between the mixer inlets is standard and equal to 15 centimeters. The height of the water supply outlets should allow the shower hose to be connected without sharp bends. This is not always possible to do; pay attention to the location of the faucet hose and the size of the sink.

Step 1. Clean the water supply sockets from construction debris and check the condition of the threads.

Step 2. Remove the mixer from the packaging and assemble it according to the manufacturer's instructions. The corrugated hose of the hygienic shower is screwed on after the mixer is completely installed.

Step 3. Screw the faucet into place, do not forget to install rubber gaskets and decorative caps. There is no need to tighten the nuts with great force. The main thing is that the rubber gaskets fit snugly around the circumference of the holes.

Work with a level, constantly check the vertical position. If you have ceramic tiles on your bathroom walls, use special drills to drill holes in them. Never turn the drill into hammer drill mode until you have drilled completely. ceramic tiles. They will definitely crack due to impact loads, and the tiles will have to be replaced. This is a long task, and it is not always possible to find exactly the same tiles.

Screw on the shower hose

To increase the comfort of using a hygienic shower, it is recommended to choose devices with automatic temperature control. Automation monitors it constantly and immediately responds to changes in indicators in one direction or another.

Wall-mounted mixer with hygienic shower

Experienced plumbers can connect a hygienic shower to an ordinary bathtub faucet. This method can be used, but it is difficult to independently select the missing fittings. The fact is that it should not only be functional, but also beautiful. You need to look for special tees and switches; it is almost impossible to do this without extensive experience. This option is sometimes used in old buildings with a combined bathroom, in which warm water is supplied only to the bathtub, and a simple tap with cold water is installed on the sink.

Video – Sink mixer with hygienic shower

The culture of hygiene is developing by leaps and bounds. The phrase “cleanliness is the key to health” is relevant at any time. A person always wants to keep his body clean. A mixer equipped with a hygienic shower, designed for installation in close proximity to the toilet, can replace a full-fledged bidet.

Positive aspects of a hygienic shower

It is believed that taking a shower too often causes as much harm as neglecting it. The skin is the first to suffer from constant exposure to soap products (shampoos, shower gels, soaps). It dries out and becomes more sensitive to various irritants. That is why Europeans introduced a bidet bowl into the list of the most necessary elements of everyday life.

A bidet takes up quite a lot of space, so installing it in a small bathroom is often impossible

The layout of modern apartments in our country allows the installation of sanitary equipment of any type. Bathrooms in residential buildings European type are planned to be quite spacious. But what about the residents of “Soviet” type buildings? For such connoisseurs of personal hygiene, there is also a solution: installing a faucet equipped with a hygienic shower head, or a toilet with a built-in bidet function.

Most often in multi-apartment “Khrushchev” buildings you can find a hygienic shower. This popularity is due to several points that distinguish it favorably from a stationary bidet:

In addition, a wide range of design solutions from faucet manufacturers will allow you to choose a hygienic shower option for any style, from retro to.

Toilets with bidet function

In order to save space, manufacturers of sanitary ceramics began producing compacts with a bidet function. This allows you to avoid installing a hygienic bowl, but has some features and installation difficulties.

Toilet with bidet function

Toilets with a built-in hygienic shower head have a much more complex mechanism than conventional compacts. Some of them are equipped with retractable water supply nozzles and buttons that operate them. A little simpler - a dedicated pipe with nozzles that work when you press the release button.

Plumbing equipment with a built-in bidet involves connecting a cold and hot water supply system to it. Of course, you can only get by cold water, but will the effect of maximum comfort be achieved when using such a device?

Diagram: operating principle of a toilet with a bidet function

Progress does not stand still. Among simple plumbing fixtures you can find very unusual designs. These include a toilet lid with a built-in faucet for hygienic purposes. These seats are also equipped with a hair dryer and control unit. The prices for such products speak for themselves, but this may become an indispensable assistant for people with disabilities.

Advice! When choosing complex plumbing fixtures, you should give preference to proven brands that guarantee product quality.

The main disadvantage of plumbing fixtures with built-in bidets, hair dryers and other benefits is the very high cost of the product. But it cannot compare with the degree of comfort that these devices provide.

Types of hygienic systems for toilets

Among all the systems equipped with a hygienic shower that can be used to equip a bathroom, there are several main types:

Wall mounted shower

The most common type of equipment is a mini bidet. The system includes 4 main components:

• mixer;
• shower hose;
• watering can-bidet;
• wall mount.

Wall-mounted hygienic shower for the bathroom

As a rule, the mixer is installed with the marking “for bidets and showers.” They do not have a drain for filling the bathtub and when started, the water is directed directly to the shower system. Based on the installation principle of the mixer this type mini-bidets can be divided into 2 more subtypes:

• with a concealed-mounted mixer, when on the wall surface there is only a joystick for controlling the water supply and a separate outlet for the bidet watering can hose;
• with mixer open type– the mixer-hose-watering can combination is in an open space.

Open type mixer

Bidet attachment for toilet

Quite a rare system. It is an installation mounted directly on the toilet bowl. The assortment of faucets in supermarkets includes a complete set of:

• a platform for installing a mixer, equipped with a mount for a watering can;
• mixer;
• shower hose;
• shower head;
• pipes for supplying hot and cold water.

Bidet attachment for toilet

The faucet is similar to the model designed for washbasins. The difference is the spout. Instead of an aerator from which water flows into the sink, the product has threaded connection. A hygienic shower is screwed onto it during installation.

Combination washbasin mixer

This system is common. The mixer installed on the washbasin has an additional outlet, which connects it to the mini-bidet shower system. The pipe is located on the bottom of the product in close proximity to the water supply hoses. Sometimes the manufacturer equips the mixer with a special adapter, in the form of a tee. It is screwed onto the spout, and a shower hose is mounted to the auxiliary hole.

Connecting a mini shower to the main mixer

When choosing a hygienic shower system, you need to think through all the details. If the renovation of the bathroom has already been completed, and the user has decided to equip the room with a mini-bidet with a built-in faucet, you must be aware that the area in which installation work will be carried out will have to be dismantled. In this case the best option there will be an output of an open mixer.

Advice. The hose for the bidet system is not very long. To avoid twisting and creasing, 100-125 cm will be enough. Depending on the location of the mixer.

In some cases, a small bathroom is equipped with a small washbasin, no more than 45 cm wide. The most convenient would be a corner sink installed above the toilet. This trick will not only allow you to install a faucet with a mini-bidet system, but will also make it possible to carry out other hygiene procedures.

Small washbasin with mini shower

Functional features of the bidet watering can

Many people don't see the difference between shower heads and mini bidets. Unlike its shower prototype, the hygienic head has a number of design features.

Important! It is strictly not recommended to leave hygienic systems under pressure. This is especially harmful for the watering can. A large number of valves and connecting systems may not withstand constant pressure and the product will fail. After use, be sure to turn off the water with a mixer or other shut-off devices.

Installation of a faucet with a hygienic shower head on a sink

This type of work is not much different from installing a regular washbasin faucet. There shouldn’t be any particular difficulties if you follow the algorithm for performing the actions. Self-installation is possible. For this we need:

• faucet equipped with an additional outlet for a shower hose;
• hygienic shower system (hose, watering can, mount);
• installation kit for installing the mixer (mounting pin, nut, clamping ring, seals), which is supplied with the mixer;

Hygienic shower installed on the sink

• flexible hoses for connecting to water supply;
• taps for shutting off cold and hot water;
• adjustable wrench (preferably small size);
• set of open-end wrenches.

Follow the installation algorithm:

Important! Don't neglect the seals. Their absence will lead to leakage.

During the installation process, use only high-quality connecting hoses and seals. The period of continuous operation of the entire system as a whole depends on them. It is better to immediately replace the hoses for supplying water to the mixer with which the product was equipped with better ones. This way you will protect yourself from the flood.

Installation of a concealed faucet

Installing a hygienic system with a hidden faucet is much more difficult than installing it on a sink. Here you cannot do without drilling the wall or making a special box in which the inside of the product will be hidden.

Concealed mixer

It is best to entrust a job of this complexity to a specialist, but if you try, you can do the installation yourself. To carry out such work, several main stages can be distinguished:

Advice! When purchasing a concealed faucet, pay attention to the presence of a mounting box. With its help you can make the installation process easier.

Install a manual bidet taking into account the physiology of each user. Do not install the mixer too low or too high. To achieve maximum comfort from using the system, check the ease of use. A person should not reach for a faucet or watering can.

A hygienic shower is an additional comfort that you can easily create with your own hands

A mini-bidet system for a toilet is a very important element of plumbing equipment. It will allow you to perform hygienic procedures without moving to the bathtub or shower. A hygienic shower is a very convenient and functional addition to the basic elements of plumbing.

Hygienic shower for the bathroom: video

Installation of a hygienic shower: photo

During the renovation process, property owners try to give the bathroom as much functionality as possible. For this purpose, in addition to the toilet, they install a bidet for convenient hygiene procedures. If the bathroom is small, then there may simply not be room for this. If you are faced with just such a situation, then installing a combined plumbing fixture may be a way out of it. An addition is a hygienic shower for the toilet with a mixer, which takes up virtually no space and brings enormous benefits.

A modern hygienic shower is a simplified version of the well-known bidet, combining the functions of two plumbing fixtures. Its use in separate bathrooms is especially important, since there is no need to visit several rooms one after another.

The device consists of the following components:

1. Mixer with control valve. IN quality models There is an additional push button to turn on the water.
2. Flexible hose with watering can. The shape and dimensions of the watering can are ergonomic enough for ease of use. The nozzles have a direction that ensures the movement of water jets directly in front of them, eliminating their spraying to the sides.
3. Watering can holder. It is usually mounted on the wall next to the mixer so that it can be easily reached by hand. The shower head is inserted into the holder.
4. Thermostat (certain models). It allows you to adjust the temperature of the incoming water. Once you set the thermostat to a certain temperature, you don’t have to make any further adjustments. The thermostat is installed on more expensive models.

All elements of the shower are chrome-plated, and the flexible hose is covered on the outside with chrome braid.

Tip: Choose a shower model that has an additional water start button on the shower head. This device is more convenient and safe to use. You will not need to open and close the mixer valve, which is not always convenient.

Benefits of a shower for a toilet

We list the advantages of a hygienic shower for a toilet with a mixer:

Read about how to make it in a separate material on the site.

Do-it-yourself installation of this type of hygienic shower in a toilet is carried out in the following sequence:

• the old lid is removed from the toilet, and a bidet lid is attached in its place;
• the water in the system is shut off;
• the tank is completely drained;
• the supply hose is unscrewed, through which water flows into the tank;
• A tee is installed between the water pipe and the tank. One end of the tee goes into the tank, and the second is connected to the toilet lid;
• If the device is controlled by an electric drive, then it is connected to a specially designed socket for this purpose.

When buying a hygienic shower for a toilet, try to focus not only on the price, but also on well-known manufacturers who specialize in producing such accessories. Thus, you will provide yourself with high-quality equipment, the purchase of which you will not regret.

Hygienic shower in the toilet photo

Here are several photos on the topic of our article.