Wood for Slate Backing

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Someone suggested I post this here. Thanks for any help!I found a table I want to buy. It is all hardwood (I really dislike MDF) but it has an option of MDF backed slate or hardwood backed slate. The MDF is cheaper, and the sales guy recommended it as less likely to warp in humidity. He said it should last for about 10 felt changes, which I figure is about 50 years or long enough that I wouldn't worry. That said, I have an inherent love of real wood, and my gut says go with the hardwood backing. SO the question is:
1) Hardwood?
2) MDF?
3) It doesn't matter?
Please explain any pros/cons if there are any, as I am a believer in getting all the facts. I really appreciate everyone's help!!
 
slate backing/liner

How thick is the slate? Your buying a new table? Not using staples will save from having to replace MDF..
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Rob.M
 
the MDF is true and easy to work with. The poplar is the best wood choice, the holes will natural try to close up. On a home table I don't think it makes much difference unless the tables a heirloom and it going to be around a while.
 
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