One by 41zero42

Collection Summary

One by 41zero42 is a large-format tile collection, produced at 48×48 with a 6 mm thickness, that reinterprets the visual language of traditional encaustic cement tile at an oversized scale. The line is built from nine total items: a neutral, all-around dotted base tile (Base 00) plus eight decorated options (One 01 through One 08), including two produced with a more traditional digital printing approach and six produced using a newer cold digital decoration process developed by 41zero42. What differentiates One is this production method: the cold digital process is described by the manufacturer as extending color and pattern reproduction that would not otherwise be achievable at this scale, while the neutral base allows the decorated pieces to be paired with a quieter field.

Design & Aesthetic

One’s graphic language draws on classic encaustic-tile motifs, geometric pinwheels, checkerboard-style patterns, labyrinth-style geometry, and shell-inspired forms, reworked at a 48×48 architectural scale. Because the graphic texture runs across the full surface of each large-format piece, patterns read continuously rather than as a small repeating module, which changes how a design composition can be planned compared with smaller-format encaustic-look tile. The neutral Base 00 option supports combining a patterned field with a plain surface within the same installation.

Material & Craftsmanship

41zero42 describes One as developed through a dedicated cold digital decoration process aimed at improving surface resistance and achieving color results not previously possible at this format. The manufacturer also indicates the production process continues to be refined over time, which is worth noting for designers planning large or phased orders where color and surface consistency across production runs may matter.

Design Applications

One originated from a floor-application development process, and 41zero42 states it is extending the same production approach to vertical wall applications as well, indicating the collection is intended for both floor and wall use. The manufacturer describes it as suited to both residential and high-traffic public or commercial settings.

Specifying One

Because One’s decorative surfaces are produced using a still-evolving cold digital process, current production consistency, exact material composition, and any application-specific limitations should be confirmed directly with 41zero42 or a TXD representative before specifying, particularly for large-format or commercial-scale orders.

Product Specifications

BIaGL

• Water absorption: Meets standards
• Thermal shock: Unaffected
• Frost resistance: Unaffected
• Chemical resistance: A
• Breaking strength: 48 N/mm²
• Stain resistance: 5
• Anti-slip: R10
• DCOF: >0.42

Cold Glazed

• Water absorption: Meets standards
• Breaking strength: 48 N/mm²
• Stain resistance: 3
• Abrasion resistance: Class IV
• DCOF: >0.42

Frequently Asked Questions

How many design options does the One collection include?

Nine: a neutral dotted base (Base 00), two decors using a more traditional digital printing method, and six decors using 41zero42’s cold digital decoration process.

Do all One designs have the same technical characteristics?

No. There is separate performance information for BIaGL and cold-glazed products. Verify the selected design before applying technical values.

Why does the 6 mm thickness matter?

The combination of a 48×48-inch format and 6 mm thickness makes One a relatively thin large-format porcelain product. Handling and installation planning should therefore follow the manufacturer’s guidance for the selected material.

Why does 41zero42 mention ongoing changes to One’s production process?

The manufacturer notes that surface-resistance research and production adjustments are ongoing, which is relevant for designers planning large orders where matching color and finish across production batches may be a consideration.