Cerdeña by Monopole

Collection Summary

Cerdeña by Monopole Cerámica is a white-body ceramic wall tile collection made in Spain. Each piece measures 5 x 40 cm (2″ x 16″), an elongated format between a traditional subway tile and a slim stick. The tiles have a high-gloss glaze, a wavy, uneven surface, and 30 graphic faces per design. The collection is offered in eight colors: Bianca, Grigio, Capuccino, Bonus, Mugoni, Istana, Pevero, and Zafferano. Cerdeña is designed for walls only.

Design & Aesthetic

Cerdeña — the Spanish name for Sardinia — draws on the coastal character of the Mediterranean. The collection achieves a handmade appearance through surface and variation rather than handmade production. The undulating glaze, uneven face, and V3 shade variation create a lively, irregular field. The glossy finish catches light differently across each wave.

The 2″ x 16″ proportion makes the pattern strongly linear. Set horizontally, it reads as an elongated subway tile. Stacked vertically, it adds height and rhythm. The eight colors range from soft neutrals such as Bianca, Grigio, and Capuccino to more saturated tones, including deep blue, green, red, and pink shades.

Material & Craftsmanship

Cerdeña is a white-body (pasta blanca) ceramic tile with a 9 mm thickness. Monopole describes the tiles as non-calibrated, which means size varies slightly between pieces by design to support an authentic, handcrafted look. The glossy glaze carries the collection’s color and surface movement, and Tile X Design lists it as resistant to chemicals and stains.

Design Applications

Cerdeña by Monopole is a wall-only tile. Tile X Design lists it for kitchen backsplashes, bathroom walls, feature walls, and residential and commercial interiors, including hospitality spaces. The glossy, wavy surface works best where light can travel across the wall, such as a range backsplash, a vanity wall, or a lit feature wall in a hospitality space.

Specifying Cerdeña

• Wall only: Cerdeña is not rated for floors. Pair it with a floor-rated tile when a project needs continuity between surfaces.
• One size, one finish, eight colors: Every color comes in the same 5 x 40 cm (2″ x 16″) glossy format at 9 mm. Color is the only variable, which makes it straightforward to combine colors in banded or blended layouts.
• Expect irregularity: Non-calibrated sizing, a wavy surface, and V3 variation are intentional. Discuss this with clients before installation, and have the installer blend tiles from multiple boxes.
• Installation and grout: Uneven edges and faces can make tile spacing and lippage less uniform than with calibrated tile. Agree on joint width and acceptable surface variation with your installer before work starts. Monopole doesn’t publish a suggested joint for this collection.
• Orientation: Decide early between horizontal, vertical, or another linear layout, because the 2″ x 16″ proportion makes orientation the primary design move.
• Ordering and availability: Monopole lists approximately 50 pieces per box, or about 1 m² per box. Confirm current packing and lead times with your Tile X Design representative.

Product Specifications

• Water Absorption: ≥ 10%
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant
• Stain Resistance: Resistant

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerdeña handmade?

No. Cerdeña is a manufactured ceramic tile designed to achieve a handmade appearance through its wavy glaze, uneven surface, 30 graphic faces, and non-calibrated sizing. It offers the irregular character of artisan tile with the consistency of modern production.

Can Cerdeña be used on floors?

No. Monopole classifies Cerdeña as wall tile only, so it should not be specified for floors, including shower floors. Pair it with a floor-rated tile in the same palette for continuity.

How does Cerdeña compare to a standard subway tile?

At 2″ x 16″, Cerdeña is much longer and slimmer than a classic 3″ x 6″ subway tile. That creates a more linear, contemporary pattern. Its glossy, wavy surface also adds far more variation in light and texture than a flat subway tile.

What should clients expect from a V3 rating and non-calibrated sizing?

Expect noticeable variation in tone, glaze movement, and slight differences in tile dimensions. This variation is intentional. Reviewing several pieces, or a mockup panel, before approval helps set expectations.