Spectre by 41zero42

Collection Summary

Spectre by 41zero42 is a white-body single-fired ceramic wall tile collection designed around the interaction between glaze and light. The 2×10-inch format is offered in Milk, Cream, Rose, and Sky, with Matte, Glossy, and Hologram options. The Hologram mix combines iridescent pieces with matte and glossy tiles to create a surface that changes with viewing angle and illumination.

Design & Aesthetic

Spectre’s four-color palette is deliberately soft, allowing finish rather than saturated color to drive much of the visual effect. Matte surfaces diffuse light, glossy surfaces increase reflection, and the Hologram finish introduces shifting iridescent color.

41zero42 notes that Hologram pieces can move through yellow-green, green-blue, yellow-orange, yellow-pink, fuchsia, and metallic blue tones depending on viewing position and changing light. Gradients and glaze accumulation along tile edges are intentional characteristics of the finish.

Material & Craftsmanship

Spectre is a white-body, single-fired ceramic wall tile with an 8 mm thickness. Its Hologram surface is produced using a precious-metal glaze that creates the light-spectrum effect. Individual Hologram pieces display different gradients and edge accumulation rather than a completely uniform iridescent appearance.

Design Applications

Spectre is intended for wall applications. The combination of a familiar elongated rectangle with three different surface responses makes the collection particularly useful where changing light can become part of the wall composition. Matte and glossy pieces can establish the base rhythm, while Hologram pieces introduce more reflective accents.

Specifying Spectre

The Hologram option is not a carton composed entirely of holographic tile. According to 41zero42, each Hologram mix box contains approximately 20% Hologram finish, with the remaining 80% composed of Matte and Glossy finishes. The manufacturer recommends distributing Hologram pieces through the installation rather than placing two directly beside one another.

41zero42 recommends white cementitious grout for Spectre. Aggressive acids and abrasive sponges should not be used for cleaning because they may damage or scratch the decorative surface.

Specter is a Special Order EU collection with an estimated 10–16 week lead time.

Product Specifications

• Water absorption: 16%
• Chemical resistance: Unaffected
• Breaking strength: 46 N/mm²
• Stain resistance: ≥4
• Crazing resistance: Resistant
• Thickness: 8 mm
• Application: Wall

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spectre Hologram entirely holographic tile?

No. A Hologram mix carton contains approximately 20% Hologram pieces, while the remaining 80% consists of Matte and Glossy tiles.

Will all Spectre Hologram pieces look the same?

No. Differences in gradients and edge accumulation are intentional. Color and reflectivity also change according to the viewing angle and surrounding light.

How should the Hologram pieces be distributed?

41zero42 recommends avoiding the placement of two Hologram pieces directly beside one another and instead mixing them among the Matte and Glossy pieces.

Does Spectre require special cleaning considerations?

Yes. The manufacturer advises against aggressive acids and abrasive sponges, which may damage or scratch the surface.

Can Spectre be used on floors?

No. Spectre is a wall-only tile collection.