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Dreaming of a relaxing warm water cleanse tailored to your exact specifications, but worried that installing an electric bidet is above your pay grade? If this sounds familiar, here’s some great news: just about anyone can get an electric bidet seat up and running in about 30 minutes – even fledgling do-it-yourselfers. Read on for a walkthrough of the installation process and see how easy it is to add this pampering perk to your space!
If you’ve got some heftier DIY chops, you can even give your bathroom the ultimate upgrade with an integrated bidet toilet. These installs require a bit more heavy lifting – both literally and figuratively – but if you’re confident in your plumbing skills, you can transform your bathroom in just a few hours! Scroll or jump down to learn how to install a bidet toilet.
“Is it easy to install a bidet?” “Can I install a bidet seat myself?” These are some of the most common questions we get. The answers? Yes it is, and yes you can – and we’re here to help!
Our examples use the Eco NOVA – a customer favorite that earns rave reviews for easy installation – but you’ll follow the same general steps no matter which seat you choose. Check out our Bidet Installation YouTube Playlist for more walkthroughs.
Before we get started, there’s one very important thing to note: Electric bidet seats require, well, electricity! You’ll need a grounded (GFCI) outlet within four feet of the toilet to use one. If there’s no outlet nearby, contact a licensed electrician to have one installed before you set up your bidet seat.
After your bathroom is properly electrified, you’ll just need a few basic materials:
If you have a drill handy, it can speed up the mounting plate installation, and a crescent wrench can be helpful for securing hose connections. Just be sure to go slow and avoid overtightening so you don’t damage your hardware, toilet or plumbing!
Pro Tip: Skirted toilets can make for trickier installs. We recommend using an alternative T-valve to avoid headaches. And if your seat doesn’t come with top mounts, top-mounting hardware kits are also available to streamline the installation process.
Once you have everything you need, you’re just four steps away from bidet bliss!
To get started, remove your existing toilet seat. This is a great time to give your toilet a deep clean and tackle any gunk that’s been hiding out under the seat! In most cases, the seat can be easily removed by unscrewing the bolts underneath the back of the toilet bowl. (If you have a skirted toilet, things might look a little different – reach out if you need help!) We recommend hanging onto your old seat in case you move and want to take your bidet seat with you or need to send your bidet in for repairs.
Next, turn the water supply knob at the wall clockwise to shut off the water. Flush the toilet to drain the tank and minimize the amount of water that drips out when you disconnect the hose.
Once the water is drained out, unscrew the water supply hose and wipe up any water. Screw the T-valve onto the threaded pipe on the toilet tank. Connect the water supply hose to the bottom of the T-valve and the bidet hose to the middle of the valve. Hand tightening should be sufficient, but this is where you can (gently) use your crescent wrench for a secure connection.
Pro Tip: You might notice we didn’t say you needed any plumber’s tape. The bidet’s connections come with pre-installed rubber washers to ensure a good seal. Plumber’s tape just gums up the works! Always inspect the connections to make sure the washers are in place before hooking them up. If you don’t see the washer, check the floor before moving forward!
After your plumbing is set, it’s time to move onto the mounting plate (sometimes called a mounting bracket or catch plate). This process will vary depending on whether or not you’re using top-mounting hardware. If you are, start by inserting the top-mounting sleeves into the toilet’s bolt holes. (You can use the screws to make it easier to pop them into place.)
No matter what type of hardware you’re using, the next step is to align the mounting plate with the bolt holes. Some bidet seats come with helpful templates to make sure you get the placement just right. Once you have the plate in the perfect position, put the brackets in place (with any ridges facing up) and either tighten the screws into the top-mounting sleeves or insert the bolts through the bolt holes and tighten the nuts from below.
With the mounting plate securely attached to the toilet, simply slide the bidet seat onto the plate until it clicks into place. (That click comes from the quick release button on the side – it should be popped out when the seat is attached.) The seat might wiggle around just a bit, but if there’s a lot of movement, remove the seat and tighten the mounting plate before connecting the water and power. To detach the seat, press the quick release button and slide it off the mounting plate.
When you’re happy with the placement of your bidet seat, connect the bidet hose to the seat’s water inlet. Slowly turn the water supply back on and check all the connections for leaks. (If you notice any, turn the water off immediately and tighten everything up.) Then it’s time to plug in your new bidet seat and give it a test run!
Pro Tip: Most electric bidet seats have built-in sensors that only allow the functions to run when they detect someone sitting down. If you can’t get a wash to start, make sure the sensor has full skin contact!
If you’re feeling a bit more ambitious and want the sleekest, most luxurious bidet experience, let’s dive into how to install an integrated bidet toilet!
Two very important things to keep in mind:
We’re using the expert pick TOTO Neorest LS for this walkthrough. TOTO Neorest bidet toilets come with a specialized flange adapter, so if you’re installing a different brand, your process will look a little different. Even if you’re installing a different Neorest model, you’ll want to read through the manual or peruse our video installation guides before you get started – the more detailed instructions vary depending on the specific toilet you choose.
Just like installing a bidet toilet seat, you’ll need to have a protected outlet within four feet to safely power your new smart toilet. You’ll also need a few additional materials:
It also never hurts to have a helping hand to move the toilet into place!
To get water running to your bidet toilet, you’ll need a female connection from the wall. Some toilets come with an adapter you can use if your bathroom doesn’t have a female connection. In other cases (like our Neorest LS example), you’ll need to have a female connection installed if you don’t already have one. We recommend hiring a professional for this step unless you have super-solid plumbing skills! The connection from the wall to the water inlet is a good spot for a bit of plumber’s tape to ensure a leak-free seal.
With your plumbing ready to go, it’s time to prep the floor for your new integrated unit. Most bidet toilets come with a paper or cardboard template that makes it easy to get everything in the right spot. (You may also want to use the template to mark the toilet itself if you need to line up any bolts.) Center the template over the flange and secure it with tape. You can either drill pilot holes directly through the template and then go back and drill the larger holes with the template removed (our preferred approach) or mark the holes with a pen or marker, remove the template and only drill once.
Pro Tip: Some bidet toilets mount directly to the flange bolts while others (like those in the TOTO Neorest line) require a specialized flange adapter and separate mounting brackets. If your toilet comes with adapters or brackets, install them before moving on to the next step.
If you have a helper, this is a great time to bring them in! You’ll need to lift the toilet over the flange bolts or flange adapter and carefully set it into place, making sure to line up any bolts or holes. Once the toilet is properly positioned, you can lock it in. This may involve reaching behind the toilet to secure it to the flange bolts with washers and wing nuts or using screws to attach it to mounting brackets or the floor.
Depending on which toilet you have, this step could be super-simple…or a bit more involved. If you have a TOTO Neorest, you may need to connect a manual flush mechanism or electrical cables to operate the bidet functions. (If we don’t have an installation video for your exact model and you run into any challenges, just let us know!)
Once you’ve got any extras hooked up, you can connect your new toilet to the water supply. First, check the water supply line to make sure the rubber gasket is in place. This provides a good seal without the need for plumber’s tape. Then, simply attach any hoses to the water inlet. You can use a wrench to get a secure connection, but with the rubber gaskets on board, there’s no need to overtighten! Slowly turn the water supply on and check for leaks. If everything is dry, all that’s left is to plug in your new bidet and test out all the fancy functions!
Now that you have a fully functioning bidet, you’re ready to enjoy a new level of hygiene and comfort! Since user manuals sometimes leave a lot to be desired, we put together a guide that shows you how to use a bidet like a pro, plus tips and tricks for getting clean. If you still have questions – or are stuck on one of the installation steps – contact one of our bidet experts:
Meghan Oliver is a writer and content manager with Many Bidets. Her work has appeared in Nonprofit World magazine and on Psych Central, but she specializes in behind-the-scenes content for small businesses and nonprofit organizations. Meghan is passionate about conservation, creatures of all kinds and the Oxford comma. When she's not writing, she's probably at the barn, on a hiking trail, in her native garden bothering the pollinators(,) or curled up with a book and a cat.
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