Description
Download free with stone tile surround DXF template, 48x18. Stone fireplace hearth slab for fabrication.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 48"
- Overall Depth
- 18"
Specifications
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Coordinate fireplace stone and tile elements seamlessly with this hearth template designed for tile surround integration. The 48x18 inch dimensions provide standard fireplace coverage while the design accommodates tile surround transitions creating cohesive fireplace installations. This professional DXF template delivers detailed fabrication specifications for stone craftsmen working with granite, marble, quartz, and other premium materials on projects combining slab hearths with tile fireplace surrounds. This template bridges the design relationship between slab hearths and tile surrounds, addressing the common challenge of coordinating these distinct materials into unified fireplace compositions. The design includes provisions for tile transition details, ensuring the hearth slab integrates properly with surrounding tile work whether the tile extends to hearth edges or stops at defined borders. This coordination is essential for professional fireplace installations where hearth and surround must appear as intentional design partners rather than unrelated elements. Engineered for professional fabricators working on comprehensive fireplace projects, this template includes cutting paths, edge specifications, and dimensional details for hearths that coordinate with tile surrounds. The design facilitates collaboration between stone fabricators and tile installers, ensuring proper sequencing and fit. Compatible with all industry-standard CAD software and CNC systems, this template supports production of hearths that integrate seamlessly with tile surround work, creating polished unified fireplace installations.
Installation Overview
Installation of hearths designed for tile surround integration requires coordination between stone and tile installation teams. The hearth may be installed before, during, or after tile surround work depending on project sequencing - template design accommodates all approaches. For before-tile installation, set the hearth ensuring edges provide proper substrates or reveals for tile transitions. For during-tile installation, coordinate hearth positioning with tile layout ensuring joints align or deliberately offset per design intent. For after-tile installation, verify hearth fits properly within the completed tile surround. Position the hearth maintaining code-required clearances from combustible materials. The relationship between hearth edges and tile requires careful planning - options include tile butting to hearth edges, tile overlapping hearth perimeter, or reveals between materials. Secure the hearth using appropriate adhesive for the substrate and loading conditions. Grout joints between hearth and tile using compatible materials - color-matched grout creates seamless appearance while contrasting grout emphasizes material transitions. Seal both hearth and grout to protect from heat, ash, and moisture.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC fabrication of hearths for tile surround integration emphasizes dimensional precision ensuring proper fit within tile layouts. Begin with accurate exterior perimeter cutting - hearths coordinating with tile must account for tile dimensions, grout joints, and installation sequences. Template design may include edge details or reveals accommodating tile transitions. Edge profiling depends on the tile relationship - flush edges for tile butting directly, beveled or eased edges for reveals, or specialized profiles for overlapping tile. Verify dimensional specifications account for tile layout - hearth width and depth should coordinate with tile module dimensions when appropriate for the design. If the hearth includes cutouts, reveals, or other features coordinating with tile work, fabricate these elements with precision ensuring proper alignment during installation. Pre-drill mounting holes if specified, accounting for tile substrate thickness in anchor length calculations. Coordinate fabrication timing with overall project schedule ensuring the hearth is available when needed in the tile installation sequence.
Material Compatibility
Select hearth materials that coordinate aesthetically with tile surround selections while meeting functional requirements. Granite provides diverse color options for matching or contrasting with tile surrounds. Marble creates elegant coordination with marble or ceramic tile. Quartz offers contemporary aesthetics pairing well with modern tile selections. Soapstone provides traditional character complementing natural stone or slate tile. Consider visual relationships between hearth and tile - matching colors create cohesive unified designs while contrasting materials emphasize the hearth as distinct element. Material thickness affects tile transitions - standard 2cm or 3cm hearth thickness requires appropriate tile edge treatments or reveals. Coordinate material selections early in design ensuring hearth and tile work together visually and practically. Some designers select hearth material first then choose coordinating tile, while others reverse the sequence depending on project priorities.
Where to Buy
Source hearth materials through stone suppliers while coordinating with tile selections from tile distributors or design centers. Many suppliers offer both stone slabs and tile products, simplifying material coordination. National suppliers like MSI, Daltile, and Bedrosians stock extensive tile and stone selections enabling side-by-side comparison for coordination. Regional stone yards and tile showrooms provide personalized consultation for material pairing. For projects requiring precise color matching, request samples of both hearth and tile materials for in-situ evaluation under project lighting. Some designers work with design centers offering comprehensive material libraries including both tile and stone options. Purchase all materials with coordination in mind, ensuring aesthetic harmony between hearth stone and tile surround selections.