Bathrooms in apartments, and especially in old houses, unfortunately, do not differ in too large an area. In addition, in many cases they are also combined. Planning the placement of various kinds of plumbing fixtures in such rooms, of course, should be as thorough as possible.
In particular, this applies to those cases when the bathroom is supposed to install not only a bath, toilet and sink, but also a bidet. Plumbing should be placed in the restroom as ergonomically as possible and, of course, in compliance with SNiP and GOST standards. For example, the distance between the bidet and the toilet should be neither too large nor too small. Of course, other plumbing fixtures should also be installed correctly in the bathroom.
What is a bidet and what is it for?
Traditionally, people use toilet paper in the bathroom. However, this method, unfortunately, does not allow achieving ideal purity. The most effective way to get rid of dirt after going to the toilet is only with the help of water and soap. To do this, in the bathrooms and installedbidet. Such devices are intended specifically for washing.
Outwardly, the bidet resembles a toilet bowl and usually has the same dimensions. From below, this device is connected to a sewer bed, and from above, water pipes are connected to it.
Where it is installed
For obvious reasons, a bidet is placed in the bathrooms, in the immediate vicinity of the toilet. At the same time, it is installed in most cases near the same wall. Accordingly, the bidet is usually placed in bathrooms between the toilet and the sink. It is with this arrangement that the combined bathroom subsequently becomes the most convenient to use.
However, if the restroom is too small, the bidet can be installed in relation to the toilet and against the adjacent wall. This is how the bathroom is equipped, for example, usually by the owners of Khrushchev apartments.
The distance between the bidet and the toilet according to GOST
Mount plumbing fixtures in a combined bathroom, of course, should not be close to each other. Plumbing installation methods are regulated, among other things, by SNiP standards, as well as GOSTs.
What should be the distance between the toilet and the bidet according to the rules? According to the regulations, it is supposed to mount these devices in the bathroom so that between them there is a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 50 cm of free space. The answer to the question of what distance between the toilet and the bidet can be considered optimal is 40-45 cm.
Subject to all bidet standards inSubsequently, it will not interfere with residents when using the toilet. At the same time, it will be convenient to carry out hygiene procedures after the restroom.
Features of toilet installation
The main element of the internal sewer network of any apartment is the riser. The distance between the bidet and the toilet should be 30-40 mm. But these devices should also be correctly placed in relation to the riser. Install such plumbing in the restroom in a certain order.
The toilet is usually connected directly to the riser - through the socket. This position reduces the risk of blockages in the sewer to a minimum. In any case, according to GOSTs and SNiP, the toilet must be installed at least 1 m from the riser. If it becomes necessary to place this device further, it is supposed to be placed on a pedestal.
All other plumbing in the restroom is connected to the sewer, usually through a lounger. This is the name of a large-diameter pipe laid next to the wall or in its thickness and connected to the riser.
Features of installing a bidet
This device, therefore, is connected to the sewer through a lounger. The distance between the toilet and the bidet according to GOST, as we found out, should be no more than 50 cm. That is, this device is usually mounted on the lounger first.
The bidet crashes into the water supply through the cover. The spout of this device is designed in such a way that water from the bottom of the bowl beats with a small fountain. The direction of the jet during the hygiene procedure can be changed at your discretion.
When tapping into the bidet water supply of the simplest design, the faucet is usually installed on its side. Sometimes the faucet is also mounted on the wall above the appliance.
At what height to install devices
To use the bidet and toilet was convenient, they should be positioned correctly, of course, in relation to the floor surface. There are no special standards in terms of the installation height of such plumbing. However, it is believed that in the event that a bidet or toilet rises less than 40 cm above the floor, it will not be very convenient to use them in the future. When installing these plumbing fixtures, experts advise focusing primarily on the growth of people living in the house.
Helpful advice
Modern bidet models are produced by modern industry. Such devices can have different heights, bowl diameters, colors, etc. In this case, floor or hanging bidets can be installed in restrooms. In the latter case, it is recommended to place the device on the wall in such a way that the upper plane of its bowl is flush with the toilet bowl. This will make the operation of plumbing in the future very convenient.
The minimum distance between the toilet and the bidet of 30 cm and the maximum of 50 cm should, of course, be observed when installing not only floor models. Suspended plumbing should be installed following the same rules.
Complete with a wall-mounted bidet, there is always an installation. This is the name of the structure by which the device is fixed in place. Sometimes in the restroomof course, hanging toilets are also mounted. Such models are also attached to the wall through a special frame.
The distance between bidet and toilet installations is not regulated by GOSTs. The frames in this case are mounted, focusing on the standards provided for the installation of the plumbing fixtures themselves. That is, during the installation process, they simply make sure that there is about 40-45 cm of free space between the bidet and the toilet.
Quite often, a bidet installation is not hung on the surface of the wall, but built into its thickness. This method allows you to further save space in the room. The answer to the question of what is the distance between the toilet and the bidet built into the wall during installation, of course, should also be the same normative 30-50 cm.
Rules for installing sinks, bathtubs and showers
Of course, it is necessary to place in the bathroom in compliance with all the required standards not only the toilet and bidet. Other plumbing in this room should also be installed correctly. So, according to the norms of SNiP:
- the washbasin is located at least 30 cm from the bidet, other plumbing fixtures and furniture;
- the sink should be at least 10 cm away from the adjacent wall;
- the distance from the toilet or bidet to the bath should not be less than 50 cm.
Comply with the SNiP standards regarding the location of appliances, even when arranging a restroom, for example, in a private house, of course, it is necessary. If it allowsthe area of the bathroom, bidet and toilet should be tried to be placed away from the bathroom, sink and shower. In any case, at least 50 cm of free space must be left in front of these devices.
Properly positioned in height should be in the restroom not only a bidet and a toilet bowl, but also a bathtub and a washbasin. Otherwise, it will not be very convenient to use these plumbing fixtures in the future.
It is believed that the bathtub in the restroom should be installed in such a way that the distance from its surface to the side is at least 60 cm. The sink, if tall people live in the house, is usually located at a height of 90 cm. If the growth of family members living in the building is not too large, of course, this plumbing fixture can be placed on the wall and lower. The sink in the bathroom is allowed to be hung at a height of 70-80 cm.
Bathroom Ergonomics
Thus, we found out what should be the distance between the bidet and the toilet, as well as other appliances in the bathroom. Plan the placement of plumbing in a combined bathroom, among other things, should be in such a way that the person taking the water procedures can freely spread his arms to the sides in order to dry himself.
The toilet in this room, as already mentioned, is usually installed next to the riser. A bidet is placed next to it, near the same wall. Sometimes it is placed at the adjacent one. In any case, the distance between the bidet and the toilet bowl during the installation of this plumbing is left at 30-50 cm. In most cases, the washing machine is installed in a corner. The bath and sink are placed close to each other.
In a small bathroom, instead of a bath, you can install a shower. At the same time, it is best to purchase a corner model for the bathroom. Such shower cabins occupy a minimum of space in the room. Also in a small bathroom often put a sitz bath. It also saves space in the room.
A mirror with lamps is usually hung over the sink in large bathrooms. In a small bathroom, a toiletry cabinet is more often mounted in this place. At the same time, a model with mirrored doors is usually purchased for the bathroom. In large bathrooms, various household chemicals and towels are stored in a separate closet.
