console face refurb -- laminate replacement

[deepsushi]

Need to redo the console on a 23 with the large console and want to replace the faux wood laminate. What has everyone used to replace it with? I was thinking of using a piece of 1/4 inch black starboard. Is 1/4 inch sturdy enough to use considering all the gauge / electronic cutouts that need to be done or do I need to use 3/8?

Any other good alternatives for the replacement?