Description
This professional backsplash template delivers precise dimensions for an 84-inch wide by 8-inch tall stone backsplash featuring a standard duplex outlet cutout. The traditional duplex outlet remains the most common electrical device in residential and light commercial construction, making this template essential for the majority of kitchen renovation and new construction projects. The familiar vertical rectangular design accommodates standard two-plug outlets found in millions of homes. Designed for professional stone fabricators working with granite, quartz, marble, and engineered stone materials, this template ensures precision cuts that align perfectly with standard single-gang electrical boxes and duplex outlet cover plates. The 84-inch width provides ideal coverage for longer kitchen counter runs, prep zones, and standard wall sections between appliances or cabinets. This template eliminates measurement errors and streamlines the fabrication process for one of the most frequently specified backsplash configurations in the industry.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 84"
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This professional backsplash template delivers precise dimensions for an 84-inch wide by 8-inch tall stone backsplash featuring a standard duplex outlet cutout. The traditional duplex outlet remains the most common electrical device in residential and light commercial construction, making this template essential for the majority of kitchen renovation and new construction projects. The familiar vertical rectangular design accommodates standard two-plug outlets found in millions of homes. Designed for professional stone fabricators working with granite, quartz, marble, and engineered stone materials, this template ensures precision cuts that align perfectly with standard single-gang electrical boxes and duplex outlet cover plates. The 84-inch width provides ideal coverage for longer kitchen counter runs, prep zones, and standard wall sections between appliances or cabinets. This template eliminates measurement errors and streamlines the fabrication process for one of the most frequently specified backsplash configurations in the industry.
Installation Overview
Begin with accurate field measurement of the electrical box location, verifying its position relative to countertop height and horizontal placement on the wall. Ensure the wall surface is properly prepared—clean, plumb, and level throughout the backsplash area. Position the template on your stone slab with consideration for material grain direction, color variation, and veining patterns that you want to feature or minimize around the outlet location. Execute the main perimeter cuts first using your CNC machine or bridge saw with diamond blades rated for your specific stone type. Follow with the duplex outlet cutout, which should provide approximately 1/16" clearance around the electrical device to allow proper cover plate mounting. The rectangular cutout requires careful attention to corner details to prevent stress fractures. Polish or finish all cut edges including the outlet interior. During installation, apply construction adhesive and verify the outlet cutout aligns perfectly with the electrical box before the adhesive sets. Use color-matched caulk around the cover plate perimeter for a finished appearance.
CNC Cutting Notes
Load the DXF file into your CNC programming software and verify all dimensions before executing the cut program. The standard duplex outlet cutout should measure approximately 1.06" wide by 2.56" tall for the device opening, though dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer—always verify with your actual outlet and cover plate. Use a 1/4" or 3/8" diameter diamond router bit for the outlet cutout to achieve clean edges with appropriate corner radius. Set feed rates between 80-100 inches per minute for the main perimeter cut and reduce to 60-80 IPM for the outlet detail to prevent chipping and ensure premium edge quality. The rectangular outlet requires careful corner programming—ensure your corner radius matches or slightly exceeds your tool diameter to prevent tool binding and potential material damage. Set Z-axis depth to penetrate through the full material thickness plus 2-3mm for clean breakthrough. Consider a two-pass cutting strategy: rough cut to within 1-2mm of final dimension, then finish pass for optimal edge quality and dimensional accuracy. Always run a simulation before cutting expensive material to verify tool paths and prevent programming errors.
Material Compatibility
Fully compatible with all standard countertop materials including granite varieties (all colors and patterns), engineered quartz products (Silestone, Caesarstone, Cambria, Hanstone, Viatera, LG Hausys, Cosentino), natural quartzite, marble, soapstone, limestone, and solid surface materials like Corian. The standard duplex outlet cutout works best with harder, more chip-resistant materials like granite and quartz that maintain crisp edges and corners without degradation. These materials are particularly important in high-traffic kitchen areas where the stone around outlets may be subject to minor impacts. For softer or more brittle materials like certain marbles or materials with pronounced cleavage planes, consider slightly larger corner radii to reduce stress concentration and minimize the risk of corner cracking during cutting, handling, or installation.
Where to Buy
Download this essential professional DXF template instantly from Slabwise. No subscription or account required. Fully compatible with all major CNC fabrication systems including Intermac, Park Industries, GMM, Breton, Prussiani, Northwood, and other industry-standard controllers. The template also works excellently for manual fabrication when printed to scale and used as a physical cutting template with bridge saws, routers, and hand finishing tools.