By Suzie Harris
If you're new to the world of dildos, choosing the right dildo may be daunting. Choosing a dildo can be a daunting task if you're new to the game. To make your purchase decision easier, lets go through the different types of dildos so you're familiar with the different dildos and their purpose!
Classic
Class dildos generally look like a penis. Classic dildos most commonly have testicles, and the shaft is veined and textured for the classic penis look. Materials vary from dildo to dildo, whereas some are quite firm, others can be more flexible. Classic dildos do not vibrate and they are perfect for women who like a straight up solid sex toy for vaginal stimulation.

Glass
Glass dildos are dildos made from glass. The benefits of using glass dildos is they can be heated up or chilled for added affect. To chill the dildo it simply needs to be put in the freezer or fridge, depending on how cold you want it. And to heat the dildo it just needs to have hot water fun over it. Glass dildos are an economical product as you receive three different ways of pleasuring yourself – hot, chilled, or normal- all from just one product.
Double ended
Double ended dildos are a versatile product – they can be used by women who would like to experience the wonders of double penetrations, or they can be used by two partners. If you're using this for double penetration then one end of the product goes into the anus, and the other into the vagina. This experience for women can be completing thrilling – a full feeling that provides immense amounts of pleasure,
When two people use the double ended dildo, one person inserts one end into the vagina, and the other person inserts the other end into the vagina or anus. These dildos are used by both men and women, so if you're a woman you choose which pleasure point you want to stimulate. Hygiene is really important when using double ended dildos – the dildo should never be inserted into one person and then into the other without completely cleaning first with specific toy cleaner.
Using the double ended dildo with someone else it can be harder than it looks to get a rhythm going. Practise is the key! Start out slowly, if you get carried away too quickly you're likely to slip and the dildo will come of one of your or you'lll loose your grip. One of the most popular ways to use the double ended dildo is for both people to be sitting facing each other and in this position trying to coordinate using the dildo. If you don't get the rhythm first time, don't give up! Double ended dildo action provides immense pleasure, so keep practicing at the rhythm until you master it!
Strap on
Strap on dildos are dildos which are attached to a harness and they are worn around the waist. Strap on dildo are used by both men and women. A strap on dildo attaches to a harness and is worn around the waste by either a man or woman. They are designed so women can give their female lover vaginal or anal penetration, so women can give their male lover anal penetration. They are also designed for men to wear so they can give their female lover double penetration ie; his real penis is inserted into the vagina and the strap on dildo is inserted into the anus, (or vice versa depending on which position you're having sex in), Strap on dildos are toys for those who have open minds and are willing to try something new and exciting in the bedroom. Strap on sex is exhilarating for both men and women, and once you've tried it you'll see why!
These are the different types of dildos in a nutshell. Whatever description turns you on then you know the range to browse! Don't forget lube and cleaner.
Suzie Harris writes for The Lazy Stud, the UK 's premier online adult shop selling sex toys for men, women and couples.
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