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Generic Eric:
Is it possible that metal of a side panel of a dryer, stove or washing machine would be thick enough for a control panel?

BorgDog:
i would say old ones would be fine, newer appliances not so much.   :angry:

AzureKnight:

I would guess no.  When you lightly push on most washer/dryers that I have seen the "pop" in and out pretty easily and make quite a thundery racket.

Maybe if you double up a couple of sheets?

Vigo:
I think size of panel, and if you are bending the metal at any spot would make a difference as well. I would think you could easily reinforce it in key areas as well. 

jennifer:
    Your local HVAC guy will have scraps of 16ga. you can pick through.... That or your local metal outlet, they always have a wall of bargain leftovers.

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