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Most of the urinals are ranged round the walls, but there is a central
group of eight directly under the dome, which is formed by the granite
lamp base over, presenting an effective feature in the interior arrangement.
The w.c.s are Finch's "Holborn Combination," and are flush-out
apparatus, with trap combined, and of an ornamental pattern, with
polished mahogany seats which are fitted with balance weights, maintaining
the seat in a vertical position when not in use, and thus helping to ensure
cleanliness.
Each w.c. is provided with a 3-gallon syphon flushing cistern of
approved pattern connected to the apparatus with a 1½in. lead pipe, and
producing a perfect flush.
The divisions between w.c.s are single slabs of polished "dove"
marble, and the fronts and doors are formed in pitch-pine with chamfered
and moulded framing.
Each door is provided with a patent indicating bolt, showing at a
glance which closets are in use.
The accommodation provided in the ladies' compartment consists of
five w.c.s and two lavatories.
The w.c. apparatus provided here is of the valve pattern, with
mahogany seats made in the usual form, excepting that they are made to
open readily for cleansing purposes. The divisions and fronts match those
in the men's portion.
The two lavatories are fitted with white and gold oval basins of the
best pattern, with polished dove marble lavatory tops, and mahogany
fronts.
In this division are provided two mirrors, brushes, combs, &c., the
idea being to provide all necessary accommodation for ladies shopping or
doing business in the West End.
The entrance at the foot of the staircase is carefully screened by a
heavy curtain, and the railings at the pavement level are lined with
ornamental iron screen work, in order to secure as much privacy as
possible. The structure will be completely shut in after closing hours by
the Bostwick Company's patent gates fixed on the foot of each staircase.
The walls generally are lined with best quality white glazed bricks,
and the ceilings are finished in Parian cement.
The floors are laid with tiles of bright and ornamental patterns, by
Messrs. Carter, Johnson and Co., of Kennington Park Road.
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