Description
This precision-crafted DXF template enables fabricators to create professional-quality 6-inch tall by 24-inch wide stone backsplashes without electrical outlet cutouts. The compact 24-inch width makes this template perfect for narrow wall sections, spaces between upper and lower cabinets, or small kitchen and bathroom applications where space is limited. By eliminating outlet cutouts from the design, this template maximizes material yield, simplifies the cutting process, and allows for uninterrupted display of the stone's natural beauty and pattern continuity. This configuration works ideally for installations where electrical outlets are positioned elsewhere, integrated into pop-up counter systems, or housed in adjacent wall sections rather than within the backsplash itself. Fabricators appreciate the straightforward rectangular geometry that reduces programming time and cutting complexity while producing clean, professional results across all stone types from granite and marble to engineered quartz and porcelain slabs.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 24"
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This precision-crafted DXF template enables fabricators to create professional-quality 6-inch tall by 24-inch wide stone backsplashes without electrical outlet cutouts. The compact 24-inch width makes this template perfect for narrow wall sections, spaces between upper and lower cabinets, or small kitchen and bathroom applications where space is limited. By eliminating outlet cutouts from the design, this template maximizes material yield, simplifies the cutting process, and allows for uninterrupted display of the stone's natural beauty and pattern continuity. This configuration works ideally for installations where electrical outlets are positioned elsewhere, integrated into pop-up counter systems, or housed in adjacent wall sections rather than within the backsplash itself. Fabricators appreciate the straightforward rectangular geometry that reduces programming time and cutting complexity while producing clean, professional results across all stone types from granite and marble to engineered quartz and porcelain slabs.
Installation Overview
Installation begins with thorough site measurement to verify the 24-inch length matches your designated space. Clean the wall surface completely, removing any old backsplash material, adhesive residue, wallboard irregularities, or debris that could prevent proper adhesion. Load this DXF template into your CNC controller or bridge saw software, confirming all dimensions match the expected 24-inch width and 6-inch height before initiating the cutting operation. After cutting, inspect all edges for chips or irregularities, addressing any issues before proceeding to installation. Apply construction adhesive or thinset mortar formulated for your specific stone type along the back edge of the backsplash in a continuous bead, ensuring adequate coverage while avoiding excess that could squeeze out at the top edge. Position the backsplash against the wall, ensuring it sits level and makes full contact with the countertop surface. Use temporary supports or tape to hold the backsplash in position while the adhesive cures according to manufacturer specifications.
CNC Cutting Notes
Programming this straightforward rectangular template for CNC cutting emphasizes efficiency and edge quality. Use a single-pass perimeter cutting strategy with appropriate tool diameter compensation to achieve accurate finished dimensions. A 10-12mm diameter diamond tool provides good balance between cutting speed and edge quality for most stone types. Program your lead-in and lead-out at a back corner to minimize visible marks on edges that will be exposed after installation. Set feed rates based on material hardness: 100-150 inches per minute for granite, 120-180 inches per minute for quartz, adjusting as needed for finish quality. The simple rectangular geometry of this template allows rapid programming and cutting compared to more complex designs with outlet cutouts.
Material Compatibility
This template accommodates all natural and engineered stone materials commonly used in countertop fabrication. Granite offers exceptional durability, heat resistance, and unique natural patterning that displays beautifully across the 24-inch surface. Engineered quartz provides consistent coloring and pattern, superior stain resistance, and lower maintenance requirements, making it particularly suitable for kitchen applications. Marble creates elegant visual impact with distinctive veining, though it requires regular sealing in kitchen environments to protect against staining. Quartzite combines natural beauty with extreme hardness and durability. Porcelain slabs work excellently with this template, offering superior stain and heat resistance while enabling thinner profile fabrication that reduces weight. Soapstone provides traditional aesthetics with natural antibacterial properties.
Where to Buy
Access this professional DXF template through immediate digital download from the Slabwise template library, providing instant availability for fabrication shops without shipping delays or inventory management. The digital format allows unlimited reuse across multiple projects, making it cost-effective for shops regularly fabricating 24-inch backsplashes. Stone fabrication equipment suppliers and industry distributors often include this template in comprehensive backsplash collections. CNC software vendors sometimes bundle basic templates with their programming packages. Fabrication trade associations may provide template libraries to members as membership benefits. Independent CAD designers specializing in stone fabrication distribute templates through online marketplaces and industry platforms. Subscription services offer access to thousands of templates for predictable monthly or annual fees.