Description
Download free 5-panel shower wall DXF template. 5-Panel with Niche + Bench with return panels for frameless glass.
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This comprehensive 5-panel shower wall template combines a built-in storage niche with an integrated bench seat, creating the ultimate functional luxury shower installation. Designed for 48-inch back wall and 36-inch side wall configurations, this template delivers precision cutting paths for all five panels with both a niche cutout for storage and bench seat profile for comfortable seating. This combination is ideal for aging-in-place construction, accessible design, luxury master bathrooms, and any shower installation where both storage and seating are priorities. The niche and bench are positioned to work together harmoniously, with the niche placed at an accessible height for seated use while the bench provides comfortable seating at ADA-compliant dimensions. This template addresses two of the most requested features in modern shower design, eliminating the need for external organizers and providing safe, comfortable seating for users of all abilities. This DXF file is engineered for professional CNC fabrication of quartz, granite, marble, and large-format porcelain panels. The 5-panel design with 6-inch returns ensures compatibility with frameless glass enclosures while the dual functionality of niche plus bench makes this template particularly valuable for universal design applications and luxury residential construction.
Installation Overview
Installation of this feature-rich template requires careful coordination of multiple specialized elements. Begin with comprehensive waterproofing using systems rated for continuous wet exposure, paying particular attention to both the niche cavity and bench seat area. The niche requires a prefabricated waterproof box or site-built recessed cavity constructed during framing. The bench seat area requires robust structural support beneath the slab, typically achieved with mortar bed or structural foam blocking capable of supporting 400+ pound loads. Install the back panel first, ensuring the niche opening aligns with the recessed cavity. Side panels follow, with the bench seat panel requiring careful positioning and full substrate support across its underside. The bench seat surface should be installed with slight pitch toward the shower floor to prevent water pooling. All panel seams and the niche perimeter require sealing with appropriate waterproof materials. The combination of niche and bench creates two critical waterproofing zones that demand meticulous attention during installation.
CNC Cutting Notes
This DXF template includes toolpaths for all five panels with both a niche cutout in the back wall panel and bench seat profile cutting. The niche cutout requires clean, square edges at standard dimensions of 12 inches wide by 24 inches tall positioned for accessible reach from the bench seat. The bench seat profile includes appropriate edge treatment and must be cut from 3cm material for structural integrity. Program cutting operations with slower feed rates around both the niche opening and bench seat edges to ensure chip-free cuts. The bench seat should include a comfortable edge profile, typically a bullnose or rounded edge for safety. For quartz and porcelain materials, maintain adequate cooling during all cutting operations. The combination of features requires careful work holding to ensure the panel remains stable during multiple cutting operations. Complete edge finishing before any secondary operations to prevent damage to finished edges.
Material Compatibility
This template requires 3cm thickness material which is essential for the bench seat component. The bench seat must be 3cm to provide adequate structural strength under load and to allow proper edge profiling for comfort and safety. Engineered quartz is highly recommended for niche-plus-bench applications due to its non-porous surface that resists staining and bacterial growth, consistent density for reliable bench seat strength, and superior performance in high-moisture environments. Natural stone materials can be used for high-end aesthetic appeal but require rigorous quality inspection to ensure structural soundness in the bench seat area and proper sealing of all niche edges. Large-format porcelain engineered for structural applications works well if the material has adequate density and strength characteristics. The material must provide both the visual appeal expected in luxury installations and the functional durability required for seating applications.
Where to Buy
Download this comprehensive DXF template free for accessible and luxury shower fabrication projects. The file is compatible with all major CAM software platforms and CNC cutting equipment. For related shower panel templates including bench-only configurations, niche-only designs, or different panel sizes, explore our complete architectural template library. Slabwise provides precision-engineered templates designed for aging-in-place construction, accessible design, and luxury residential applications.