If you have never purchased a bidet seat there are a few things to consider before you take the plunge. Bidets and bidet seats have notoriously been the butt end of many jokes for many years but are quickly becoming a must have item in bathrooms across the United States. In this guide we will look at how you will choose a bidet seat that matches your existing toilet and the features that you want in your bidet seat for your self and your family.

To get started the first thing you need to know is what type of toilet you currently have. There are four common models: Two-Piece Elongated, Two-Piece Round, One-Piece Elongated and One-Piece Round. Below are examples of what these toilets looks like:

To ensure a proper fit of your bidet seat, it is imperative that you know the design of your toilet fixture.

Once you know what type of toilet you have then all other choices are based on what features you desire and your budget for a bidet seat. Bidet seats can be budget friendly or very expensive. It all depends on what you want your bidet seat to do! Below is a list of features that most bidet seats feature:

Adjustable Water Temperature and Pressure Cleanse
The foundation of a bidet seat is the superior cleansing effect of water versus toilet paper. Options are endless, but most bidet seats come with a combination of features. Common features include single or multiple cleansing wands that extend from the base of the bidet seat and can perform a multitude of tasks. From basic anterior and posterior cleansing to pulsated massages all the way to lower bowel cleansing through an enema feature. At the core of these highlights is the very common feature of user controlled water temperature and pressure. To ensure maximum hygiene most bidet seats also include a self cleansing feature that cleanses the washing wand with fresh water prior to withdrawing back into the base of the bidet seat. Below are example pictures of single wand bidet seat and a dual want bidet seat:

Heated Seat
An added feature of many electrical bidet seats is the heated seat. A heated seat provides another element of comfort for the user that the standard toilet cannot provide. Most heat bidet seats give the user the option to control the temperature of the bidet seat. This can range from 93 degrees all the way up to 104 degrees. This is a very nice feature for colder climates and for those that hate a cold seat!

Warm Air Dryer
A warm air dryer is great for anybody that needs a hands free toilet experience. It is also handy for those with hemorrhoids that find the roughness of toilet paper too painful on their most sensitive body parts. The temperature of the bidet seats gentle dryer gives the user the ability to determine their comfort level with the dryer. To speed up the process of drying, an individual could use one sheet of toilet paper to start the the process and finish with the bidet seats air dryer. However, most users find the warm air dryer much more comfortable then any toilet paper.

Hydraulic Seat and Lid
No more slamming toilet lids! Most full function bidet seats include a hydraulic seat and lid that closes softly to minimize the chances of a lid slamming and possibly causing injury or just plain annoyance.

Seat Sensor
The functions of a fully featured bidet seat can only be activated when an individual is actually sitting on the bidet seat. The seat sensor prevents any mishaps that may come from a curious child or other uneducated guest curious about the bidet seat.

Deodorizer
Activated by the bidet seat, the deodorizer is not found on all models but is self explanatory. Most deodorizers are activated by the seat sensor and start a small fan that is ventilated through a replaceable charcoal filter.

Remote Control
A remote control for your bidet seat is a necessity if you have limited mobility or it can be useful for a caretaker initiating the functions of the bidet seat. Most bidet seat remotes are wall mounted and provide the user with easy access to all the features of the bidet seat. Many bidet seats with remotes also come with a mounted control panel that is stationed on the bidet seat itself in case of a remote failure.

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How do I know which bidet seat is for me?
Once you decide which features that you decide you need or want in a bidet seat it is on to your wallet to decide how much you want to spend. The most affordable top quality non electric bidet seats start out at around $60. As you start adding features you will find your budget expanding to the $300-600 range for a full featured bidet seat.

Where should I buy a bidet seat?
Choosing a bidet seat retailer is an important task. Not all bidet seat retailers are created equal. A simple check list follows:

1. Is this a reputable seller? - Do they have a contact number that you can call and of course do they have an excellent rating with eBay?
2. Quality Product - Is this bidet seat going to hold up for years to come or am I going to be sitting on a piece of junk? Ensure that the manufacturer provides at least a 1yr. warranty or longer on your bidet seat.
3. Service - What happens if you have questions about your bidet seat? Who do you call? Be proactive in choosing a retailer that has the capability to answer your needs and service your bidet seat if needed.

Below is a link to our E-bay store where you can find a link to Frequently Asked Questions that we receive from our customers:

Frequently Asked Questions about Bidet Seats

Thank you for visiting our eBay guide to buying a bidet seat if you have any questions or need additional assistance in choosing the bidet seat that is right your you please feel free to visit our eBay store at Bidet Seats from Bidet Services .

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