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I would glue the panels together and use little to no screws. I always used white glue on MDF. I'd get a paint roller, very fine nap or foam) and roll glue on both surfaces. Initially cut the parts oversize and trim to final size after the glue dries, preferably overnight.
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Garry
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Ime...clamp panels and layout screw locations.
Drill screw holes.
Screw together, then remove.
Using a sharp countersink, chamfer both pieces to remove the "pulled" mdf fiber. It will stop you from getting a good flat surfce.
Glue & screw, no clamps needed.
Ed
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The screws would be sufficient if you don't mind having them in the bench top. If you glue you'll probably have to use them to clamp the pieces together. I'm not sure what I would do, but probably use glue and screws/
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