TILES, paving, and all things wet leisure related bar the kitchen sink, the big 30th anniversary edition of SPATEX has it all, says the company. If your work involves tiling spas, showers, wellness suites, swimming pools, steam rooms or saunas, here’s eight reasons why SPATEX 2026 is described to be a ‘must-attend’ show. The UK’s annual water leisure exhibition, at the Coventry Building Society Arena, from Tuesday 3 – Thursday 5 February is free to attend and provides all you need to know in this fast-moving world, says Spatex.
Discover new products and services
It adds: ‘With more exhibitors than ever before, the show is bursting with the latest innovations in water leisure, including tiles, coping stones, paving, and decking. Among SPATEX’s 100 plus exhibitors, companies such as Ardex, Certikin, Cranbourne Stone, Designworks Tiles, GMT Spas, Stoneworld Oxford, The Mosaic Company, Waxman, will all be showcasing their latest tile and paving designs for 2026. Companies like Ardex will showcase various specialised materials and products used in water leisure projects, from new waterproofing solutions to sustainable building materials.’
Special visitor discounts
See, touch and discuss the latest products and take advantage of exclusive show offers. Explore cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or design, says Spatex. This is described to be the place to pick up the latest labour and money-saving saving products to make your job quicker and easier. If, on arrival, you need pointing in the right direction, please visit the SPATEX Help desk at the entrance to the Arena, adds the company.
Best practice
With a free double seminar programme in two arenas offering over 40 talks by industry leaders, SPATEX says it answers the challenge of staying up to date on safety standards and compliance.
Professional development
Catch over 20 CPD-accredited interactive workshops in Arena 1 curated by the Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers (ISPE). Just one of many industry associations that SPATEX says it’s fortunate to have the support of.
Network with industry experts
Says the company: ‘Connect with manufacturers, suppliers, and other industry professionals who specialise in water leisure projects – there’s no greater concentration of skill in the UK. Meet the decision-makers – this is where all the conversations that will shape this fast-evolving market over the next 12 months will take place.’
Learn about sustainable and eco-friendly solutions
Promoting sustainability is a key priority for SPATEX, says the event organisers. It adds: ‘Discover eco-friendly technologies and practices, such as sustainable construction materials, which can be integrated into green building designs. Saving energy is high on the seminar agenda and in the latest products displayed on exhibitors’ stands.’
Gain inspiration
Seeing firsthand the latest water leisure innovations, trends, colours and designs is said by the company to inspire you to incorporate unique features into your projects.
Workshops and practical demonstrations
Many of the stands are said to offer hands-on experiences showcasing new technologies and equipment. Gain a practical understanding of how these new tools and products work. Feel confident about selecting and specifying the most appropriate tile fixing solutions for use in water leisure environments.
The Coventry Building Society Arena has 2,000 free car parking spaces and is within a two-hour drive time of 75 per cent of the population. SPATEX provides free car parking for all its visitors. Register for free on the website.
www.spatex.co.uk
