Description
The 60x20 curved front hearth - 60x20 template is specifically designed for professional stone fabricators creating fireplace hearths with a curved front edge. This template delivers precision-engineered cutting paths for CNC fabrication of hearth slabs that combine functional fire protection with distinctive architectural styling. The 60-inch width and 20-inch depth dimensions provide ample coverage for standard residential fireplace installations while meeting or exceeding building code requirements for non-combustible hearth extensions. This professional DXF template works with all major CNC stone fabrication equipment and CAM software platforms, ensuring compatibility across different shop configurations. The elegant curved front profile creates a distinctive look that elevates fireplace installations beyond basic functionality into true architectural features. Compatible with granite, marble, quartz, quartzite, and other natural and engineered stone materials, this template enables fabricators to deliver custom hearth solutions that match client specifications for both form and function.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 60"
- Overall Depth
- 20"
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The 60x20 curved front hearth - 60x20 template is specifically designed for professional stone fabricators creating fireplace hearths with a curved front edge. This template delivers precision-engineered cutting paths for CNC fabrication of hearth slabs that combine functional fire protection with distinctive architectural styling. The 60-inch width and 20-inch depth dimensions provide ample coverage for standard residential fireplace installations while meeting or exceeding building code requirements for non-combustible hearth extensions. This professional DXF template works with all major CNC stone fabrication equipment and CAM software platforms, ensuring compatibility across different shop configurations. The elegant curved front profile creates a distinctive look that elevates fireplace installations beyond basic functionality into true architectural features. Compatible with granite, marble, quartz, quartzite, and other natural and engineered stone materials, this template enables fabricators to deliver custom hearth solutions that match client specifications for both form and function.
Installation Overview
Installation of a 60x20 hearth begins with thorough preparation of the support substrate to ensure it can bear the weight of the stone slab—typically 150-200 pounds for 3cm material in this size range. Verify that the substrate is level within 1/16 inch across its entire surface, shimming or grinding as necessary to achieve proper flatness. The hearth must extend at least 16 inches from the fireplace opening per NFPA 211 building code requirements, with this 20-inch template providing appropriate clearance. Apply a full bed of construction adhesive or thin-set mortar rated for high-temperature applications to the substrate surface. Position the hearth carefully, checking for level in all directions. For curved-front designs, pay particular attention to front-edge alignment to ensure the distinctive profile presents uniformly across the width. Allow adhesive to cure for minimum 24 hours before subjecting the hearth to any load or beginning fireplace operation.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC fabrication of this 60x20 hearth template requires standard setup procedures with attention to edge finishing details that define the curved-front style. Import the DXF file into your CAM software and verify all dimensions before generating toolpaths. Establish your origin point at a corner location and ensure the slab is properly secured with vacuum or mechanical clamping to prevent movement during cutting. For the curved front edge, program your edge profile cuts with appropriate tool selection and feed rates to achieve smooth curves and clean edges. Use a finishing pass with fine-grit diamond tooling to minimize hand-polishing requirements. Program internal cuts before perimeter cuts to maintain slab rigidity during critical operations. Apply coolant consistently during all cutting operations to manage heat and prevent material stress that could cause microfracturing.
Material Compatibility
This 60x20 hearth template is compatible with all standard countertop materials suitable for fireplace applications. Granite remains the most popular choice for wood-burning fireplace hearths due to its exceptional heat resistance, durability, and variety of colors and patterns. Dense granite varieties with consistent structure perform best in applications with regular heat cycling and potential impact from fireplace tools or logs. Engineered quartz surfaces work well for gas fireplace and electric fireplace installations where heat exposure is minimal. Marble and limestone create beautiful hearths for decorative fireplace applications but should be sealed to prevent staining from soot or ash. Quartzite offers an excellent combination of marble-like aesthetics with granite-level durability and heat resistance, making it suitable for all fireplace types.
Where to Buy
Download this professional {template['width']}x{template['depth']} {template['name'].lower()} template free from Slabwise's comprehensive fabrication template library. The DXF file provides immediate access for CNC cutting without registration requirements, subscription fees, or licensing restrictions. Compatible with all major CAM software platforms including Alphacam, RhinoCAM, Vectric, and MasterCam, this template enables efficient fabrication of custom hearth projects.