Description
This precision DXF template provides fabricators with exact specifications for a 6-inch tall by 48-inch wide stone backsplash featuring two electrical outlet cutouts positioned at evenly spaced intervals across the length. The balanced outlet distribution makes this template ideal for kitchen countertops requiring multiple power access points with symmetrical spacing. This configuration provides professional aesthetics while meeting electrical code requirements for outlet spacing on kitchen walls, ensuring convenient power access across the entire backsplash length without clustering outlets or leaving large gaps between them.
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- 48"
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This precision DXF template provides fabricators with exact specifications for a 6-inch tall by 48-inch wide stone backsplash featuring two electrical outlet cutouts positioned at evenly spaced intervals across the length. The balanced outlet distribution makes this template ideal for kitchen countertops requiring multiple power access points with symmetrical spacing. This configuration provides professional aesthetics while meeting electrical code requirements for outlet spacing on kitchen walls, ensuring convenient power access across the entire backsplash length without clustering outlets or leaving large gaps between them.
Installation Overview
Evenly spaced dual outlets are commonly specified in kitchen designs above longer countertop sections, behind islands or peninsulas, or on walls where consistent power access is needed across the workspace. The even spacing typically places outlets approximately 16 inches from each end with about 16 inches between outlets (exact spacing depends on final outlet positioning within the template). This distribution meets the National Electrical Code requirement that no point along a kitchen countertop wall be more than 24 inches from an outlet. Before cutting, verify electrical box locations in the field to ensure they match the template's evenly spaced configuration - communicate with the electrician early in the project to coordinate outlet positions. During installation, the dual cutouts require careful alignment with both electrical boxes before setting the backsplash in place. Use a level across the full 48-inch length to ensure both outlets sit properly in their boxes. Apply thin-set mortar or construction adhesive in a uniform layer across the entire back surface, position carefully to align both cutouts with their boxes, press firmly into place, and verify level and alignment before the adhesive begins to set. After curing, seal around both outlet openings with clear or color-matched silicone.
CNC Cutting Notes
Load this DXF template into your CNC router or waterjet control software. The file contains two rectangular outlet cutouts positioned at evenly spaced intervals along the 48-inch length, maintaining balanced edge distances on all sides. Before cutting, secure your stone slab with proper support across the full length to prevent flexing or vibration during cutting operations. The dual interior cutouts mean you'll be cutting three separate perimeter paths (two outlet openings plus the outer perimeter), so optimize your tool path sequence to minimize repositioning and reduce cutting time. Consider cutting the two outlet openings before cutting the outer perimeter, as this provides better material stability during the interior cuts. For CNC router operations, use diamond-tipped bits appropriate for your stone type and program feed rates based on material hardness - slower for granite and quartzite, moderate for marble and engineered quartz. Each outlet cutout should include small corner radii rather than sharp internal corners to reduce stress concentration in the stone. For waterjet cutting, maintain consistent abrasive flow and water pressure throughout all cutting operations. Position lead-in and lead-out points for the outlet cutouts where they'll be hidden by cover plates. After cutting, inspect both outlet openings for chips, irregularities, or sharp edges that could interfere with outlet installation.
Material Compatibility
This template is fully compatible with all standard countertop materials including granite, marble, quartzite, engineered quartz, solid surface, and ultra-compact materials. The evenly spaced dual-outlet configuration distributes the cutouts across the length, which is structurally more balanced than end-positioned outlets and generally easier to work with. We recommend 2cm or 3cm material thickness, with 3cm preferred for added strength and durability around the outlet openings. Engineered quartz is particularly well-suited for this application due to its uniform strength and consistency, which helps prevent cracking between or around the cutouts. Granite with consistent grain structure performs excellently, providing natural beauty with reliable strength. When selecting natural stone with veining or directional patterns, consider how the evenly spaced outlets interact with the stone's visual flow - sometimes positioning veins to flow between outlets creates an attractive aesthetic. Avoid natural stones with pronounced fissures or weak planes that run through the areas between cutouts, as this could create crack risk. For book-matched or sequence-matched installations, the evenly spaced outlets create natural division points that can enhance the visual symmetry.
Where to Buy
Professional fabricators can purchase appropriate materials from local stone suppliers and national distributors including MSI, Arizona Tile, Daltile, Bedrosians, and regional stone yards. These suppliers stock comprehensive selections of granite, marble, quartzite, and engineered quartz in 2cm and 3cm thicknesses suitable for backsplash fabrication. This template works with any standard countertop material currently in your inventory. For homeowners seeking custom backsplash fabrication with evenly spaced dual outlets, contact local countertop fabrication shops, stone installers, or kitchen remodeling contractors. Explain the even spacing requirement so they can coordinate with electrical work accordingly. Most professional fabricators can complete cutting and installation within 1-2 weeks depending on material selection and scheduling. Installation pricing typically ranges from $50-250+ per square foot depending on material choice, with fabrication complexity from dual cutouts adding minimal cost compared to single-outlet designs. Standard electrical outlets for the cutouts are available at all home improvement stores, electrical supply houses, and hardware retailers nationwide.