Portable gravity-flow simple bidet attachment

Abstract

A portable bidet attachment, which is associated with existing toilet (36). Said device having water container (14) connected to one end of tube (20), said tube employing tube clamp (18), and the other end of said tube (20) is connected to removable nozzle (24) combined with suction cup (22) or toilet seat clip (23). In operation, user first shuts tube clamp, then fills water container (14) with water of desired temperature taken from a local faucet. Then, user places said device into proper positioning for use. The said device utilizes the natural force of gravity as its means for empowering the water stream. Said nozzle (24) with said device attaches only when user is ready for personal wash and is not present during normal use of the toilet. This invention cleans the posterior and genital area of the user. A few embodiments are enclosed.

Description

BACKGROUND--FIELD OF INVENTION[0001] This invention relates to personal hygiene, specifically to bidet attachments that incorporate the existing toilet for the purpose of personal washing.BACKGROUND--DESCRIPTION OF PRIOR ART[0002] Bidets are part of personal hygiene. They are permanent fixtures requiring additional bathroom space and professional plumbers to install them. The need for a space saving and inexpensive solution has brought about the invention of the bidet attachment. To save space and cost, these devices incorporate the existing toilet. Different types have been offered having different benefits and accordingly, disadvantages.[0003] Problems with bidet attachments:[0004] 1. Many provide only cold water. Cold water bidets are not very pleasant and can be shocking to the user.[0005] 2. They are complicated to install requiring one to hire a plumber or a handyman.[0006] 3. Many have the problem of keeping their spray nozzles sanitary due to their permanent installation. Mo...

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Problems solved by technology

1. Many provide only cold water. Cold water bidets are not very pleasant and can be shocking to the user.

2. They are complicated to install requiring one to hire a plumber or a handyman.

3. Many have the problem of keeping their spray nozzles sanitary due to their permanent installation. Most nozzles are fastened somewhere underneath the level of the toilet seat; only some are retractable to a hidden position.

4. Most are unsightly. Since they are permanent fixtures in the bathrooms, they may not be viewed as aesthetically pleasing to wondering visiting guests.

5. Relatively expensive to purchase.

Cold water bidets are not very pleasant and can be a shocking experience, especially in winter climate.

Also, cold water obviously does not clean as thoroughly as warm water.

This could cause unsanitary conditions for spray nozzle.

Last, when taking into account all embodiments and variations of the invention, and the cost of possibly hiring an installer, the product is relatively more expensive than other possible solutions.

This invention also has the problem of providing only cold water and a permanent placement of spray nozzle creates unsanitary condition as well.

This could cause unsanitary conditions for the spray nozzle.

Also, when taking into account the variations of this invention and the expense of hiring installer, or the time and trouble to self-install, the product is relatively more expensive than other possible solutions.

Finally, U.S. Pat. No. 5,142,711 has a permanently fastened tube, which is unsightly and may not be aesthetically pleasing to wondering guest visitors.

Cold water bidets are not very pleasant and can be a shocking experience, especially in winter climate.

Also, cold water obviously does not clean as thoroughly as warm water.

This could cause unsanitary conditions for the spray nozzle.

Last, when taking into account all the embodiments and variations of this invention, and the cost of possibly hiring an installer, the product is still relatively more expensive than other possible solutions.

Many toilets do not have an electrical source nearby.

If so, additional electrical work would be needed to provide an electrical wall plug that was conveniently located, or perhaps an unsightly electrical extension cord could be used.

Also, the device is relatively expensive to manufacturer and even more expensive for the consumer to purchase.

Additionally, since this device is permanently installed, it may be unsightly to curious and wondering guest visitors.

This device is one of the most expensive of the discussed inventions, costing hundreds of dollars, not including installation.

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