Shower toilets
Shower toilets The health and hygiene benefits of washing with water after using the toilet are becoming better understood as people experience that just-showered feeling. Latest innovation and product developments have enabled the creation of a range of options but choosing a shower toilet that will meet your current and future needs can be daunting, so we have created this simple guide to help you through the process.
I have a limited budget which is the best shower toilet for me?
Money is no object, which shower toilet is the most luxurious?
VitrA’s Aquacare is the perfect choice for those working to a tight budget. The unit includes washing with water but does not require an electrical connection. It can be installed just like a standard WC which offers savings on labour costs too.
The streamlined V-Care Prime is the top of the range shower WC from VitrA. Features include oscillating and pulsating jet washing options, adjustable drying temperature, five-seat temperature options, automatic purification, remote operation, a stylish and reassuring light for night use, remote seat opening and closing and many more features besides.
A shower toilet combines the functionality of a WC with the cleaning properties of a bidet all in one product – no need to find space for a bidet. Using a shower toilet is also kinder and gentler to you and there are also notable environmental benefits through the reduced reliance on toilet paper. At VitrA, we offer a range of options depending on what kind of washing experience you want. Sophisticated multifunction shower-toilets offer wash, dry, and room deodorise features. Some have helpful additions such as sensor lighting which will light up the bathroom when anyone enters the room. At the entry level the Aquacare shower toilet offers just the simple convenience of washing with water.
Here are some key questions to consider to help navigate you through the choice of shower toilets:
So, what is a shower toilet in simple terms? At its simplest a shower toilet is a standard toilet with the addition of a wash-with-water feature. They can also be referred to as bidet-toilets or washlets. As you move through the options you can choose additional features, one of the most important is to ensure the water is thermostatically controlled for maximum comfort and washing effectiveness.
Is a shower toilet environmentally friendly? Did you know that a single roll of toilet paper uses 37 gallons of water to manufacture? Or that 27,000 trees are flushed down the drain every day? On average, toilet paper usage is reduced by 75% when using a shower toilet. Some shower toilets, such as VitrA’s V-Care Comfort model, offer a completely paperless solution, thanks to the washing and drying features.
So why do you need a shower toilet, when we have toilet paper?
Will I need a power connection? That depends.
Toilet paper is environmentally unfriendly, costly and has an unseen impact in our sewer systems. Toilet paper is not as effective at cleaning the body as water. Shower toilets significantly reduce the amount of toilet paper needed, which is better for the environment and for your pocket. My bathroom is small – which unit is best suited to a small space? The shower toilets from VitrA use the same amount of space as a standard WC.
No, if you choose from the Aquacare range these are purely mechanical not requiring any power connection, all you need is hot and cold-water feeds. If you choose from the V-Care range given the additional features such as the heated seat you will need a power source. The work must be done by a Part P compliant electrician and meet all the regulations for bathroom electrical installations.
Are all shower toilets wall-hung? No, VitrA offers both floor-standing and wall-hung options.
V-Care Prime, Rim-ex, wall-hung WC pan, 54cm, hidden fixation, White £3,248 (7231B403-6216)
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