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MDF is what is typically used by furniture builders as it is very stable. It has no grain but as has been stated it is very heavy. It is an excellent product but it has limitations. It, being very hard is tough to cut and is tough on saw blades and drill bits due to the predominance of glue in the mix and is not at all flexible. It is thus not very sound deadening as well. It is very heavy (makes furniture seem very expensive) and tends to not absorb moisture as much as other wood products. Essentially, you pays your money and you takes your pick. I think that 2" rigid foam over a grid benchwork is a lot simpler to work and and work with, even for elevation changes. Just don't go kneeling on it. Bob T
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