Business Template (053 Business) is a free 3-column HTML/CSS website layout for corporate and business sites, published by TemplateMo with a black and dark gray color scheme.
What is the Business Template?
Business Template is a free HTML CSS website template from TemplateMo, designed for business and corporate websites. It uses a three-column layout with a black and darkgray color theme, as described in its listing: "Business website layout, black color, Free CSS template." The template is distributed as a ZIP file that you can download from the TemplateMo website, and it includes HTML and CSS files that you edit and upload to any web host. TemplateMo has hosted this template since 27 January 2009, and it has been downloaded 16,629 times, making it one of the long-standing free business layouts in their catalog.
Key Features
- Free commercial use — The template is released under a free license that allows both commercial and non-commercial use, so you can build a client website or your own business site without purchasing a license.
- 3-column layout — The design uses three columns, providing space for main content, sidebars, and navigation within a single page.
- Black and darkgray color scheme — The template's color palette of black and darkgray creates a formal, corporate look that suits business branding.
- Simple HTML/CSS — Since it's a plain HTML and CSS template, it runs on any web server and requires no build tools, databases, or server-side code.
- Live preview and download — TemplateMo provides a live demo of the template and a one-click ZIP download, so you can test the design before deciding to use it.
- Part of a larger template series — The listing includes similar free templates for Travel, Blog, Restaurant, Gallery, News, and Metal websites, allowing you to create a cohesive multi-section website with a consistent style.
Who is it for?
Business Template is suited for small business owners who need a simple corporate website without a design budget, web developers who want a free HTML/CSS starting point for a client, and beginners learning HTML and CSS who can study and modify the layout. Because it is free and editable, it also works for non-profit organizations that need an inexpensive web presence.
What can you do with it?
- Small business owners: Download the ZIP file, replace the placeholder content with your business information, and upload it to your hosting provider to launch a corporate website.
- Freelance web designers: Use the template as a base for client projects, customizing the black and darkgray theme to match the client's brand colors without starting from scratch.
- Students and learners: Open the HTML and CSS files to examine how a three-column business layout is structured, and experiment by editing the code.
Pricing
Business Template is free. TemplateMo offers it for download at no cost, and the license permits both commercial and non-commercial use. No paid tier or premium version is mentioned on the listing page.
Alternatives
Tooplate — another free HTML template directory with a similar catalog of downloadable website layouts. The TemplateMo page itself links to Tooplate for additional HTML templates.
FAQ
Is the Business Template free?
Yes, the Business Template is 100% free to download and use. TemplateMo allows anyone to download, edit, and use this HTML CSS layout for commercial or non-commercial websites without charge.
Can I use this template for a client project?
Yes, because the template is licensed for commercial use, you can use it as a starting point for client websites. You may edit the code and incorporate it into a paid project.
When was the Business Template published?
The template was added to TemplateMo on 27 January 2009 and has since been downloaded 16,629 times, according to the listing page.
What file format does the download come in?
The template is available as a ZIP file. After downloading, you extract the HTML and CSS files and upload them to your web server.
Does the template include a contact form?
The listing page links to a separate "Contact Form PHP Script" from an external site, but the template itself is not described as including a contact form. You would need to add one separately.
