Oh yes reminds me of the Ivan Milatt days
there is nothing wrong with MDF or HDF as I use it for Jigs and patterns its a very good material for craft items jigs and assorted items just keep it away from moisture like (in the kitchen)
Soon I will have to get 2it and rebuild the sides.
But in the mean time the water sensor lets me know to get a towel ready if my heirloom (30YO) dishwasher is leaking yet again

Regards Rob