SPATEX is one of many well-respected annual events in the tiling industry and with it being its 30th anniversary, here’s a show not to miss. In this feature are the highlights of what can be found at this year’s event.
IF your work involves tiling spas, showers, wellness suites, swimming pools, steam rooms or saunas, then SPATEX 2026 is your show. The very latest tiles, stones, paving, and all things wet leisure related, will be on display at the Coventry Building Society Arena, Tuesday 3 – Thursday 5 February. What’s more, the 30th anniversary edition of SPATEX is the biggest to date. The UK’s annual water leisure exhibition is free to attend, open to all, and promises to kickstart your 2026, says the company.
There’s many but here’s several reasons to attend:
Explore 2026’s new products and services
With more exhibitors than ever before, the show is said to be bursting with the latest innovations in water leisure, including the all-important tiles, coping stones, paving, and decking. In among SPATEX’s 125 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 be bringing a wide range of specialised materials and products used in water leisure projects, from new waterproofing solutions to sustainable building materials, says the company.
Special visitor discounts
Discover new products, enjoy exclusive deals, and find quality solutions that save time and money. For assistance or queries upon arrival, visit the SPATEX help desk at the arena entrance.
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 is fortunate to have the support of.
Network with industry experts
‘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,’ says the event company.
Learn about sustainable and eco-friendly solutions
SPATEX says it prioritises sustainability by showcasing green technologies and practices, including energy-saving innovations and sustainable materials for building design.
Gain inspiration
Seeing firsthand the latest water leisure innovations, trends, colours, and designs will inspire you to incorporate unique features into your projects.
Workshops and practical demonstrations
Many of the stands 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.
Raise your profile
Build valuable business relationships and collaborate on new ideas. SPATEX offers several out of hours social opportunities, including the SPATEX Networking Party on the Wednesday evening in the Coventry Building Society Arena Clubhouse. Visitors and exhibitors are warmly invited to attend at 5pm after the show closes, for free light bites, drinks, interactive games with prizes and lots of industry chat, says Spatex.
It adds: ‘To celebrate our milestone anniversary, we’re giving all visitors to the show a commemorative reusable bottle for hot or cold drinks.
Free parking and free registration here:
www.spatex.co.uk
