# SlabWise — Complete Reference

> Countertop fabricator software for AI nesting, quoting, and DXF workflow — plus the world's largest free DXF template library (25,000+ templates).

## Overview

SlabWise is countertop fabricator software for stone shops. It provides AI-powered slab nesting, countertop quoting in approximately 3 minutes, DXF middleware for CNC workflow, and shop management tools. It is a direct alternative to Moraware, ActionFlow, EasyStoneShop, CounterGo, iCounterSoft, and QuickQuote.

SlabWise also maintains the largest free DXF template library for countertop fabrication: 25,000+ production-ready templates for CNC machines (bridge saws, waterjets, CNC routers) used to cut granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, and porcelain.

Pricing: $199/month (Starter) to $349/month (Enterprise). Free 14-day trial at https://slabwise.com/signup.

### Software Modules

- **AI Nesting Optimizer**: Batches multiple jobs onto one slab. 10-14% average yield improvement. Shops save $3,000-$15,000/month.
- **DXF Middleware**: Converts LT-2D3D, iRobot, Prodim templates to machine-ready CNC files for Alphacam, Saw Gear, and Park Industries. Auto-validates geometry.
- **Quote Generator**: Accurate countertop quotes in 3 minutes. Calculates material, edges, cutouts, labor. Customer portal with digital signature and Stripe deposit.
- **Shop Management**: Job tracking, crew scheduling, production board, customer communication.

Website: https://slabwise.com

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## Template Library

### Statistics
- Total templates: 25,000+ (12,400+ unique models with multiple variants each)
- DXF files: 7,600+ downloadable files
- Categories: 13
- Manufacturers: 80+
- File format: DXF (Drawing Exchange Format) — industry standard for CNC fabrication

### Categories

#### 1. Sink Cutouts (`/templates/sink-cutouts`)
Templates for cutting holes in stone countertops for sinks. Includes undermount, drop-in, farmhouse/apron-front, and vessel sink cutout templates. Major brands: Kohler, Elkay, Blanco, Moen, Kraus, Ruvati, Franke, American Standard, Delta, Houzer, Bocchi.

Common models include:
- Kohler Riverby K-5871 (undermount, 33" x 22")
- Elkay Quartz Classic ELGU2522 (undermount, 25" x 22")
- Blanco Diamond 440194 (undermount, 32" x 20.5")
- Moen 1800 Series G18210 (undermount, 31" x 18")
- Kraus KGU-413B (undermount, 31" x 18")

#### 2. Cooktop & Range Cutouts (`/templates/cooktop-cutouts`)
Templates for gas, electric, and induction cooktop installations. Brands: Wolf, Thermador, Bosch, KitchenAid, GE, Samsung, LG, Miele, Dacor, Viking, Jenn-Air, Fisher & Paykel.

#### 3. Appliance Cutouts (`/templates/appliance-cutouts`)
Templates for dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, range openings, and other built-in appliance cutouts.

#### 4. Edge Profiles (`/templates/edge-profiles`)
DXF profiles for CNC edge routing: ogee, bullnose, half-bullnose, bevel, eased, waterfall, dupont, cove, and custom profiles. These are 2D profile shapes that CNC routers follow along the counter edge.

#### 5. Countertop Layouts (`/templates/countertop-layouts`)
Full countertop layout templates: L-shaped, U-shaped, island, peninsula, galley, and bar top configurations with standard dimensions.

#### 6. CNC Machine Presets (`/templates/cnc-presets`)
Material-specific cutting parameters (feed rate, RPM, depth of cut, water flow) optimized for specific CNC machines and stone types.

#### 7. Backsplash Templates (`/templates/backsplash-templates`)
Standard 4" and 6" backsplash cutting templates, plus custom heights and end returns.

#### 8. Faucet & Fixture Holes (`/templates/faucet-holes`)
Single-hole, 3-hole widespread, 4" centerset, and bridge faucet hole patterns. Includes soap dispenser and sprayer holes.

#### 9. Structural Reinforcement (`/templates/structural-reinforcement`)
Rod routing templates and support placement guides for reinforcing stone around cutouts, overhangs, and seams.

#### 10. Seam Templates (`/templates/seam-templates`)
Mitered edge, butt seam, and specialty seam joint templates with proper clearances.

#### 11. Commercial & Hospitality (`/templates/commercial`)
ADA-compliant vanity cutouts, commercial restroom templates, hotel bathroom standard layouts.

#### 12. Outdoor & Landscape (`/templates/outdoor`)
Outdoor kitchen countertop templates, grill cutouts, outdoor sink cutouts, landscape stone templates.

#### 13. Architectural Stone (`/templates/architectural`)
Decorative stone cutting templates for fireplace surrounds, shower walls, floor medallions, and architectural features.

### Template Variants
Each template typically includes multiple variants:
- **No reveal**: Cutout matches sink/appliance exactly
- **1/8" reveal**: Cutout 1/8" larger than opening (most common for undermount sinks)
- **1/2" overhang**: Cutout allows 1/2" stone overhang
- **Drop-in**: Larger cutout for drop-in (top-mount) installation

### Template Data Format
Each template includes:
- Name, manufacturer, model number
- Category and subcategory
- Overall dimensions (width x depth in inches)
- Bowl dimensions (for sinks)
- Corner radius
- Install type (undermount, drop-in, flush, etc.)
- Bowl configuration (single, double, 60/40, etc.)
- Material compatibility
- DXF file path for download

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## Manufacturer Directory

### How It Works
Browse templates organized by manufacturer at `/manufacturers`. Each manufacturer page (`/manufacturers/{slug}`) shows all available templates from that brand with filtering by category.

### Major Manufacturers (partial list)
- **Kohler** (USA) — Sinks, faucets: ~500+ templates
- **Elkay** (USA) — Sinks, commercial: ~400+ templates
- **Blanco** (Germany) — Sinks: ~350+ templates
- **Moen** (USA) — Sinks, faucets: ~200+ templates
- **Delta** (USA) — Sinks, faucets: ~200+ templates
- **Franke** (Switzerland) — Sinks: ~300+ templates
- **Wolf** (USA) — Cooktops, ranges: ~100+ templates
- **Thermador** (USA) — Cooktops: ~100+ templates
- **Bosch** (Germany) — Cooktops, dishwashers: ~80+ templates
- **KitchenAid** (USA) — Cooktops, sinks: ~80+ templates
- **Kraus** (USA) — Sinks: ~250+ templates
- **Ruvati** (USA) — Sinks: ~200+ templates

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## CNC Machine Directory

### How It Works
Browse CNC machines at `/machines`. Each machine page (`/machines/{slug}`) shows optimized cutting presets for different stone materials.

### Machine Types
1. **CNC Routers** — Most common for countertop fabrication. Brands: Park Industries (Saberjet, Voyager, Titan), Intermac (Master), BACA (Robo SawJet), Northwood, Donatoni
2. **SawJets** — Combined saw and waterjet. Brands: Park Industries SaberJet, Breton Combicut, Intermac Primus
3. **Bridge Saws** — For straight cuts. Brands: Park Industries Yukon, Breton, Prussiani, Thibaut
4. **Waterjets** — For intricate cuts. Brands: Flow, OMAX, Techni Waterjet
5. **Edge Polishers** — For edge finishing. Brands: Park Industries, Intermac, Breton

### Preset Parameters
Each machine preset includes material-specific values for:
- Feed rate (inches per minute)
- Spindle RPM or blade RPM
- Depth of cut
- Stepover
- Water flow rate
- Tool selection

### Supported Materials
Granite (2cm, 3cm), Engineered Quartz (2cm, 3cm), Marble (2cm, 3cm), Quartzite (3cm), Ultracompact/Sintered (1.2cm, 2cm), Porcelain (1.2cm), Soapstone, Limestone, Travertine, Onyx, Slate.

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## AI Tools

### Available at `/tools`
1. **Photo to Template** (`/tools/photo-to-template`) — Upload a photo of an installed sink/cooktop and AI generates a DXF template
2. **Template Verification** (`/tools/verification`) — AI checks DXF dimensions against manufacturer specs
3. **Nesting Optimizer** (`/tools/nesting`) — AI optimizes template placement on slab to minimize waste
4. **Slab Visualizer** (`/tools/visualizer`) — Visualize template placement on actual slab photos
5. **Template Compare** (`/tools/compare`) — Side-by-side comparison of similar templates
6. **Value Engineering** (`/tools/value-engineering`) — Cost optimization recommendations for material selection
7. **Defect Mapping** (`/tools/defect-mapping`) — Map slab defects to avoid in cutting

### Waste Calculator
Available at `/waste-calculator`. Calculates annual material waste cost and ROI from optimized nesting. Input: monthly slab usage, average slab cost, current waste percentage. Output: annual waste cost, potential savings, ROI timeline.

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## Shop Management Platform

### Dashboard (`/dashboard`)
Full shop management suite for countertop fabrication businesses:
- **Job Board**: Kanban-style job tracking (quoted, measured, templated, cut, installed, invoiced)
- **Slab Inventory**: Track slabs by material, color, thickness, location, cost
- **Remnant Tracking**: Log and search remnant pieces for reuse
- **Customer/Client Management**: Customer profiles, job history, communication
- **Invoicing**: Create and track invoices
- **Reports**: Revenue, utilization, waste metrics
- **Settings**: Shop profile, pricing, billing, integrations

### Pricing
- **Starter**: $99/month — 1-5 employees, core job tracking, DXF library, 3 AI verifications/mo, customer portal
- **Pro**: $299/month — 6-20 employees, unlimited AI verification, slab nesting optimizer, contractor portal, GPS tracking, unlimited DXF downloads
- **Enterprise**: $799/month — 20+ employees, API access, multi-location, custom integrations, white-label branding

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## Fabricator Directory (3,000+ shops)

SlabWise maintains the largest directory of countertop fabricators in the United States — 3,000+ verified shops across 1,500+ cities in all 50 states plus DC.

### Directory Structure
- **Hub Page**: `/fabricators` — Browse all states, stats overview
- **State Pages**: `/fabricators/{state-name}` — e.g. `/fabricators/texas`, `/fabricators/california`, `/fabricators/new-york`
- **City Pages**: `/fabricators/{city-state}` — e.g. `/fabricators/houston-tx`, `/fabricators/denver-co`, `/fabricators/los-angeles-ca`
- **Shop Profiles**: `/fabricators/{shop-slug}` — e.g. `/fabricators/the-countertop-factory-lakewood-co`

### Shop Profile Data
Each of the 3,000+ fabricator profiles includes:
- Business name, full address, phone number
- Yelp rating (1–5 stars) and review count
- Services offered (countertop fabrication, installation, templating, edge profiling, etc.)
- Materials worked (granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, soapstone, porcelain, etc.)
- AI-generated content: about section, services detail, materials expertise, process description, service area coverage
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) specific to the shop
- SEO metadata: title, description, keywords

### Coverage by State (top 10)
| State | Shops | Cities |
|-------|-------|--------|
| Florida | 383 | 160+ |
| California | 371 | 170+ |
| Texas | 196 | 80+ |
| New York | 163 | 70+ |
| Illinois | 123 | 50+ |
| New Jersey | 109 | 60+ |
| North Carolina | 102 | 50+ |
| Georgia | 99 | 40+ |
| Pennsylvania | 98 | 50+ |
| Virginia | 90 | 40+ |

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## Content Library (1,000+ articles)

SlabWise publishes expert content for countertop fabrication professionals:

### Guides (140 articles) — `/guide/*`
In-depth guides: materials, software, shop management, marketing, pricing strategy. Examples: `/guide/ai-fabrication`, `/guide/reduce-waste`, `/guide/pricing-strategy`

### Comparisons (136 articles) — `/compare/*`
Side-by-side comparisons of software platforms, countertop materials, and fabrication methods. Examples: `/compare/slabwise-vs-moraware`, `/compare/quartz-vs-granite-countertops`

### FAQ (150 articles) — `/questions/*`
Answers to common countertop questions. Examples: `/questions/quartz-vs-granite`, `/questions/how-measured`, `/questions/most-durable`

### Glossary (102 articles) — `/glossary/*`
Definitions of industry terms. Examples: `/glossary/dxf-file`, `/glossary/slab-nesting`, `/glossary/bullnose-edge`

### Locations (160 articles) — `/resources/locations-*`
City- and state-level guides. Examples: `/resources/locations-countertop-software-austin-tx`, `/resources/locations-countertop-cost-dallas`

### Best-Of (55 articles) — `/best/*`
Curated roundups. Examples: `/best/cnc-bridge-saws`, `/best/countertop-colors-2026`

### Reviews (42 articles) — `/resources/reviews-*`
In-depth product reviews. Examples: `/resources/reviews-moraware-review`, `/resources/reviews-proliner-review`

### Alternatives (22 articles) — `/alternatives/*`
Software alternative comparisons. Examples: `/alternatives/moraware`, `/alternatives/slabsmith`

### Pricing (32 articles) — `/pricing/*`
Cost breakdowns. Examples: `/pricing/granite-countertop-cost`, `/pricing/quartz-countertop-cost`

### Problem Solvers (35 articles) — `/solve/*`
Solutions to common shop problems. Examples: `/solve/remake-costs`, `/solve/scheduling-chaos`

### Industry Statistics (20 articles) — `/statistics/*`
Data and benchmarks. Examples: `/statistics/slab-waste-benchmarks`, `/statistics/countertop-industry`

### Use Cases (10 articles) — `/use-case/*`
Real-world applications. Examples: `/use-case/optimize-yield`, `/use-case/reduce-remakes`

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## Technical Details

### DXF Format
DXF (Drawing Exchange Format) is an open CAD file format created by Autodesk. It's the industry standard for CNC cutting in stone fabrication. Compatible with:
- AutoCAD / AutoCAD LT
- AlphaCAM (Hexagon)
- CAMduct
- SigmaNEST
- All major CNC controllers

### API Endpoints
- `GET /api/search?q={query}&category={category}&manufacturer={manufacturer}` — Search templates
- `GET /api/templates` — List all templates
- `GET /api/templates/{id}/download` — Download DXF file
- `GET /api/autocomplete?q={prefix}` — Search autocomplete
- `GET /api/preview?template={id}` — DXF preview data

### Technology Stack
- Next.js (React framework)
- PostgreSQL (database)
- Prisma (ORM)
- NextAuth v5 (authentication)
- Stripe (billing)
- Vercel (hosting)

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## Contact & Company

- Website: https://slabwise.com
- About: https://slabwise.com/about
- Contact: https://slabwise.com/contact
- Help: https://slabwise.com/help
- Terms: https://slabwise.com/terms
- Privacy: https://slabwise.com/privacy
- Location: Austin, Texas, USA
- Founded: 2026
- Mission: Eliminate the template bottleneck in countertop fabrication