Description
This precision-engineered DXF template provides complete specifications for fabricating a behind-sink stone backsplash measuring 36 inches in height by 72 inches in width, featuring a 30"x30" window cutout. The combination of extended 72-inch width and generous 30-inch square window opening creates an ideal solution for spacious kitchens with larger windows and wider countertop configurations. The 72-inch horizontal dimension accommodates oversized sink bases, double-bowl sink installations, and designs where the backsplash extends beyond the immediate sink area to create visual continuity across a broader wall section. The 30-inch square window provides substantial natural light while maintaining adequate stone coverage on all sides for structural stability and aesthetic proportion. This configuration is particularly popular in luxury residential kitchens and high-end commercial installations where expansive materials and generous dimensions define the design language. Designed for professional stone fabrication workflows, this template integrates seamlessly with CNC waterjet systems, digitally controlled bridge saws, and all industry-standard CAD/CAM software platforms. The file ensures dimensional precision critical for installations requiring exact alignment with countertops, cabinetry, and window frames. Compatible with all common stone materials including granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, and engineered surfaces, with particular attention to thickness requirements for the extended width and substantial window opening.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 72"
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This precision-engineered DXF template provides complete specifications for fabricating a behind-sink stone backsplash measuring 36 inches in height by 72 inches in width, featuring a 30"x30" window cutout. The combination of extended 72-inch width and generous 30-inch square window opening creates an ideal solution for spacious kitchens with larger windows and wider countertop configurations. The 72-inch horizontal dimension accommodates oversized sink bases, double-bowl sink installations, and designs where the backsplash extends beyond the immediate sink area to create visual continuity across a broader wall section. The 30-inch square window provides substantial natural light while maintaining adequate stone coverage on all sides for structural stability and aesthetic proportion. This configuration is particularly popular in luxury residential kitchens and high-end commercial installations where expansive materials and generous dimensions define the design language. Designed for professional stone fabrication workflows, this template integrates seamlessly with CNC waterjet systems, digitally controlled bridge saws, and all industry-standard CAD/CAM software platforms. The file ensures dimensional precision critical for installations requiring exact alignment with countertops, cabinetry, and window frames. Compatible with all common stone materials including granite, quartz, marble, quartzite, and engineered surfaces, with particular attention to thickness requirements for the extended width and substantial window opening.
Installation Overview
Installation of this 72-inch wide backsplash with a large 30-inch window requires careful coordination and adequate manpower. Begin with comprehensive field measurements to verify the window's exact dimensions and position relative to the sink centerline and cabinet layout. The 72-inch width typically spans multiple wall studs, which provides excellent anchoring opportunities but requires verification that the wall surface is level and plumb across the entire span. Clean and prepare the wall surface thoroughly before proceeding. Apply premium construction adhesive or silicone formulated specifically for stone to the back of the panel, concentrating product along perimeter edges and around the window cutout. The substantial size and weight of this panel—potentially 100-150 pounds depending on material and thickness—requires at least two installers for safe handling and positioning. Align the 30"x30" window cutout precisely with the window frame, maintaining consistent spacing for caulk joints. Use multiple temporary support points across the 72-inch span to prevent sagging while adhesive cures. Position braces at strategic intervals, ensuring the panel remains level and properly positioned throughout the cure period. Maintain 1/8" to 1/4" gaps around the window perimeter and at all intersections with adjacent surfaces. After complete adhesive cure, apply color-matched silicone caulk at all seams. For heavy stone materials, particularly 3cm granite or thick quartz, incorporate mechanical fasteners anchored into wall studs and concealed behind the countertop edge for additional long-term support.
CNC Cutting Notes
Programming CNC operations for this template requires verification that your equipment can accommodate the 72-inch width within its working envelope. Most modern waterjet systems and large-format CNC bridge saws handle this dimension, but confirm your specific machine's capacity before beginning fabrication. Position the template on your stone slab to optimize material yield while showcasing attractive vein patterns or grain features across the extended width. The 30"x30" window cutout should be programmed as an interior contour operation with corner entry points positioned to minimize visible tool marks on finished edges. For waterjet cutting, adjust abrasive flow rates and feed speeds according to your stone material's hardness characteristics. The extended 72-inch panel length combined with the substantial 30-inch window opening creates unique mass distribution that may affect how the panel should be supported during cutting operations. Ensure your cutting table provides consistent support across the entire panel area. Maintain adequate coolant flow throughout the cutting process to prevent thermal stress, particularly important around the interior corners of the large window opening where stress concentrations develop. The 72-inch length creates more opportunity for thermal expansion during cutting, making consistent temperature management critical for dimensional accuracy. After cutting, carefully inspect all edges, paying special attention to the interior corners where micro-fractures can originate. The extended panel length requires careful handling during removal from the cutting table—use appropriate lifting equipment or multiple operators to prevent flexing that could initiate stress cracks.
Material Compatibility
This backsplash template is compatible with all common natural and engineered stone materials, though the 72-inch width and 30-inch window opening influence material and thickness selection significantly. Granite delivers exceptional durability and showcases natural patterns dramatically across the extended surface area, with each installation providing unique visual character. The wide panel allows expansive vein patterns to display fully, creating impressive visual impact. Quartz provides consistent coloration and engineered strength, performing reliably in this larger-format application. Marble offers timeless elegance and distinctive veining, though the combination of extended width and large window opening makes 3cm thickness essential for this material. Quartzite combines marble's aesthetic beauty with granite-like structural properties, making it well-suited for challenging larger panels. For this 72-inch width with a substantial 30-inch cutout, 3cm thickness is strongly recommended regardless of material type. The additional thickness provides crucial rigidity and resistance to flex during fabrication, handling, transportation, and installation. While 2cm material can technically be used, it carries significantly higher risk of stress-related cracking and requires exceptional care throughout all process stages. When selecting stone, evaluate how the 30-inch window opening will interact with the material's veining across the 72-inch width—position the template to create visual balance, showcase the stone's most attractive features, and avoid placing major veins or natural fissures adjacent to the cutout edges where they might compromise structural integrity.
Where to Buy
This professional-grade DXF template is available for immediate digital download through Slabwise, providing stone fabrication shops with instant access to production-ready CAD files optimized for extended-width, large-window backsplash installations. Purchase includes unlimited usage rights for your fabrication business, enabling multiple installations without recurring licensing costs. The template file imports directly into all major CAM software platforms including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Alphacam, Moraware, and standard DXF-compatible systems used throughout the stone fabrication industry. Digital delivery ensures you can download the file and begin fabrication planning immediately. Given the structural considerations of this wide panel with a large cutout, fabricators may benefit from technical consultation services available through the Slabwise fabricator resources portal, where experienced professionals provide guidance on material selection, thickness requirements, installation best practices, and workflow optimization for challenging larger-format installations.