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Bidets used to be seen as something only found overseas, but that’s changing fast. With a growing focus on hygiene and personal comfort, these smart toilet alternatives are making their way into more modern bathrooms, especially in homes being renovated for long-term use or future resale.
Jennifer Price, Strategic Brands Manager for Plumbing World, says interest in bidet-style toilets is definitely on the rise. Whether they’re called shower toilets, washlets or integrated systems, they all offer a more hygienic and high-tech way to finish the job. “There’s many good-looking versions of this now,” she says. “A lot of them look just like a normal toilet and you don’t realise that they are actually a bidet toilet that does everything.”
What makes these toilets appealing is how seamlessly they combine comfort and function. Most offer heated seats, soft-close lids, adjustable wash settings and built-in dryers. They’re simple to use and surprisingly discreet. For anyone planning to age in place or add a luxury touch to a master bathroom, they’re a clever upgrade that’s easy to live with.
While you might not add one to a guest powder room, an integrated bidet toilet can become a standout feature in your ensuite. It’s one of those things you don’t know you need until you try it, and once you do, it’s hard to go back.
Disclaimer: This article is based on a podcast featuring insights from experienced professionals and is intended for general information and inspiration only. While we aim to share valuable guidance, please seek personalised advice from qualified professionals before making decisions about your property, finances, or renovation plans.
Curious to see more practical advice from industry experts? Visit our Top Tips hub for quick, valuable insights shared by people who’ve been there, helping you plan smarter and avoid common mistakes.
Our Renovating Your Bathroom Guides take the guesswork out of your project. From plumbing and ventilation to fixtures and finishes, you’ll learn how to make confident, future-proof choices – whether you’re renovating to sell or stay. Join MyTrends for access to this and a full library of guides to support your property journey.
Curious to see more practical advice from industry experts? Visit our Top Tips hub for quick, valuable insights shared by people who’ve been there, helping you plan smarter and avoid common mistakes.
Our Renovating Your Bathroom Guides take the guesswork out of your project. From plumbing and ventilation to fixtures and finishes, you’ll learn how to make confident, future-proof choices – whether you’re renovating to sell or stay. Join MyTrends for access to this and a full library of guides to support your property journey.
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we’re joined by Jennifer Price, Strategic Brands Manager at Plumbing World — New Zealand’s largest 100% locally owned plumbing merchant. With over 60 years of history and a nationwide network of 58 branches, Plumbing World is proudly built on a cooperative model, owned by the very tradespeople it serves. Jennifer unpacks what makes this model unique and how it shapes the way Plumbing World brings high-quality, regulation-compliant products to both tradies and everyday homeowners.
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Bidets used to be seen as something only found overseas, but that’s changing fast. With a growing focus on hygiene and personal comfort, these smart toilet alternatives are making their way into more modern bathrooms, especially in homes being renovated for long-term use or future resale.
Jennifer Price, Strategic Brands Manager for Plumbing World, says interest in bidet-style toilets is definitely on the rise. Whether they’re called shower toilets, washlets or integrated systems, they all offer a more hygienic and high-tech way to finish the job. “There’s many good-looking versions of this now,” she says. “A lot of them look just like a normal toilet and you don’t realise that they are actually a bidet toilet that does everything.”
What makes these toilets appealing is how seamlessly they combine comfort and function. Most offer heated seats, soft-close lids, adjustable wash settings and built-in dryers. They’re simple to use and surprisingly discreet. For anyone planning to age in place or add a luxury touch to a master bathroom, they’re a clever upgrade that’s easy to live with.
While you might not add one to a guest powder room, an integrated bidet toilet can become a standout feature in your ensuite. It’s one of those things you don’t know you need until you try it, and once you do, it’s hard to go back.
Disclaimer: This article is based on a podcast featuring insights from experienced professionals and is intended for general information and inspiration only. While we aim to share valuable guidance, please seek personalised advice from qualified professionals before making decisions about your property, finances, or renovation plans.
Curious to see more practical advice from industry experts? Visit our Top Tips hub for quick, valuable insights shared by people who’ve been there, helping you plan smarter and avoid common mistakes.
Our Renovating Your Bathroom Guides take the guesswork out of your project. From plumbing and ventilation to fixtures and finishes, you’ll learn how to make confident, future-proof choices – whether you’re renovating to sell or stay. Join MyTrends for access to this and a full library of guides to support your property journey.
Curious to see more practical advice from industry experts? Visit our Top Tips hub for quick, valuable insights shared by people who’ve been there, helping you plan smarter and avoid common mistakes.
Our Renovating Your Bathroom Guides take the guesswork out of your project. From plumbing and ventilation to fixtures and finishes, you’ll learn how to make confident, future-proof choices – whether you’re renovating to sell or stay. Join MyTrends for access to this and a full library of guides to support your property journey.
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we’re joined by Jennifer Price, Strategic Brands Manager at Plumbing World — New Zealand’s largest 100% locally owned plumbing merchant. With over 60 years of history and a nationwide network of 58 branches, Plumbing World is proudly built on a cooperative model, owned by the very tradespeople it serves. Jennifer unpacks what makes this model unique and how it shapes the way Plumbing World brings high-quality, regulation-compliant products to both tradies and everyday homeowners.
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