Graphite Template is a free static HTML CSS website template from TemplateMo that combines a Flash-based homepage slider with portfolio and blog sections in a black and silver color scheme.
What is Graphite Template?
Graphite Template is a free, static HTML CSS template distributed by TemplateMo (templatemo.com) for building portfolio and blog websites. It takes no dynamic input — you edit the HTML and CSS files directly — and produces a ready-to-host website with homepage, portfolio grid, and blog pages. The template uses a Flash slider, which is a legacy technology that requires Adobe Flash Player emulation to view on modern browsers, so test this element before deployment.
Key Features
- Flash slider — The homepage displays a Flash-based image slider, a notable feature when the template was released on 12 February 2012.
- Portfolio grid — Project thumbnails are arranged in a 4-column layout with custom borders and shading built into the CSS.
- Blog with comments — A blog index lists posts, and individual post pages support multi-level threaded comments.
- 2-column inner pages — Content pages use a two-column structure for main text and sidebars.
- Black and silver theme — The visual design is built around black and silver colors, as listed in the template's tags.
- Free commercial use — The template is 100% free to download, edit, and use for commercial or non-commercial websites, as stated on the download page.
- Static output — The package contains plain HTML and CSS files with no server-side framework, so it runs on any static web host.
Who is it for?
- Designers and creative professionals — Upload portfolio project thumbnails into the 4-column grid to showcase work with decorative borders.
- Bloggers and writers — Use the blog index and post pages with multi-level comments to publish articles and engage readers.
- Small businesses or freelancers — Set up a simple, low-cost marketing site with a homepage slider, about page, and blog without paying licensing fees.
- Students and learners — Study the hand-written HTML and CSS structure as a starting point for web design projects.
What can you do with Graphite Template?
- Showcase a portfolio: Organize an unlimited number of project images into the four-column thumbnail grid with borders and shading.
- Publish a blog: Create a post list and individual articles, then enable visitors to comment in threaded threads.
- Launch a professional site: Customize the black and silver theme to match a personal brand or company identity.
- Learn HTML/CSS: Inspect the template's source code to see how a 2-column/4-column responsive layout was built in 2012.
How does Graphite Template work?
Download the ZIP file from the TemplateMo page, extract it to your computer, then edit the HTML and CSS files in a text editor to replace placeholder content with your own text and images. After editing, upload the folder to any static web hosting server. The blog and portfolio sections require manually adding new HTML blocks for each post or project — there is no content management system.
Pricing
Graphite Template is free to download and use. TemplateMo states on the page that you are allowed to download, edit, and use this layout for commercial or non-commercial sites without payment. No premium tiers are mentioned.
Alternatives
- Tooplate — Another free HTML template directory that offers a separate collection of downloadable layouts, linked from the Graphite page.
FAQ
Is Graphite Template free?
Yes, Graphite Template is 100% free to download from TemplateMo. You are allowed to use it for commercial or non-commercial sites, edit the files, and you do not need to pay a licensing fee. The page confirms you can download, edit, and use it freely.
What does Graphite Template include?
The template includes a homepage with a Flash slider, a portfolio section with styled thumbnails in a four-column grid, a blog index with post listings, and individual blog posts that support multi-level comments. It also has standard two-column inner pages for content like about and contact.
Can I edit the template?
Yes, you can edit the Graphite template because it is built from plain HTML and CSS. Download the ZIP file, open the files in any text editor, change the content, styles, and images, and then upload your edited version to your web host. There are no database or backend dependencies.
Does the Flash slider work on modern browsers?
The Flash slider is from 2012 and relies on Adobe Flash, which is no longer supported in most modern browsers. To view the slider, you would need a Flash emulator or replace it with a modern HTML/CSS/JavaScript slider. The rest of the template's static HTML and CSS remains usable.
How many downloads does Graphite have?
According to the TemplateMo page, Graphite Template has been viewed 123,093 times and downloaded 34,350 times since it was added on 12 February 2012.
