Porchester Spa returned to former glory

A representative from Space & Place said: “The spa has a special place in the hearts of many people who have been visiting it for decades, so we definitely felt a sense of responsibility not only to the centre itself, but also to those who use it. 

“The main aesthetic feature that the spa is synonymous with is its exquisite tiles so getting them spot on was crucial. We needed to source tiles that reflected the original versions and, after exploring different options, we found Solus’ products were perfectly suited to the specification requirements, of which there were many. The tiles Solus supplied are a key feature of the refurbishment. The different shades of terrazzo positively ‘pop’ and look absolutely beautiful, laid side by side.” 

The basement area, which includes the wet treatment room, shower area, steam rooms and hot and warm circulation areas, feature Solus’ stunning terrazzo Graian, Tatra and Dauphine tiles from the Mountain range

The contrasting colours of charcoal featuring white veins, cream with peach and fawn detail and green with dark flecks, respectively, offer a contemporary alternative to the original flooring while their textured nature ensures compliance with Health & Safety Executive guidelines for wet areas. 

Diffusion’s creamy white Dawen tiles adorn the walls in the steam room while the striking emerald green of Hesket, from the same range, creates mid-height and ceiling borders.