Plastering & Rendering

Use of MDF between bathroom and bedroom

Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 2.43 PM

We have just had an ensuite bathroom replaced. To fit a larger shower cubicle, the plumbers knocked into some space which was previously shelving. That shelving backed on to similar shelving in the bedroom behind. The plumbers knocked through that part of the wall between the two rooms and then rebuilt it with a narrower partition and shelving on both sides, however this is all made from MDF rather than plasterboard. We have concerns about this being sufficiently fire retardant, damp proof (especially on the bathroom side) and sound proof. We are advised that the MDF is fire retardant and that damp won't be an issue as it has been sealed and painted on the bathroom side. We are reassured by our plumbers/plasterer that this shouldn't be an issue but had expected the area to be fully plastered. I would be grateful for any thoughts as to whether this is sufficient or whether we should ask for this to be plastered for extra protection? Thanks.