I would also suggest not resting it on the floor when you install, and leave a small gap (that would then be filled with the silicone/caulk).
That way, if the caulk fails, it shouldn't wick up any water spilled on the floor.
Also, I personally wouldn't use MDF wainscoting, as if there is any penetration, it will swell and be quite noticable, where pine (or other real wood) wouldn't be as noticable if there was damage.
Hi, nope, give it a good paint job a caulk the top and bottom to the wall, and give it a good paint job. If you have condensation on the walls, I suggest you use the vent fan or install one to the light, it may not be well vented. Good luck, Bill
I would also suggest not resting it on the floor when you install, and leave a small gap (that would then be filled with the silicone/caulk).
That way, if the caulk fails, it shouldn't wick up any water spilled on the floor.
Also, I personally wouldn't use MDF wainscoting, as if there is any penetration, it will swell and be quite noticable, where pine (or other real wood) wouldn't be as noticable if there was damage.
Wainscoating in a bathroom is not a great idea. It will expand and shrink with moisture (as all wood does). Eventually there will be very noticable gaps and it just doesn't look good.
Jeff is right, but IMO it looks cheaper. Mine is painted pine and sets ontop of the beadboad. No problems. I have never seen wainscoating used on the floor....? I use base molding at the floor, wainscoating about 34 inches up, on top of the bead board or as chair-rail.
They make some designed to handle steam in a bathroom or paint wooden with a semi or high gloss paint as long as water won't be on it constantly you should be ok.