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like valchromat which is one of the materials I'm currently looking at but just worry it's not super durable and I'd be rubbing off fibers with the mouse that would affect the optical sensor
My desk is valchromat, sanded and sealed with wax, very hardy and no dust. I use an optical mouse. I used 8mm to cover an old door. Plenty of heft and sturdiness..
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This is completely the answer I wanted, thank you. Have already ordered a 300x450mm test so will try a couple of finishes and think that could be the winner.
Edit. 1 q - how long have you had it? Do you notice much sheen from rubbing it with your wrist etc or does the wax (what kind?) give some protection? If it works I'm not completely against replacing every now and then but would like a good year or 3 out of it.
CYOA
Is this similar to what @hoefla was saying?
Something like this: https://www.hm-wood-shop.co.uk/shop/standard-laminate-2604c1.html?
MR MDF (moisture resistant?) sounds like valchromat which is one of the materials I'm currently looking at but just worry it's not super durable and I'd be rubbing off fibers with the mouse that would affect the optical sensor. Or that the material would be a bit too stubbly and again, optical sensor would be impacted. I guess the answer is to ask them for a sample and have a go.