Removing the framing around the tub would have been much easier with a Sawzall, but we had to make do with a crow bar and hammer. It was definitely a challenge that provided a good workout for our arms.
We worked together and finally got the frame up and began to tackle the tub. Once again, not as easy as expected. The faucet pipe must have been built after installation of the tub. The pipe had a washer that could not be removed to allow the pipe to be removed through the hole. It required us to cut the copper pipe. Not a big deal since it has to be moved anyway, but an annoyance nonetheless.
Then, the big obstacle - the tub drain! We had this problem with the kids' bathtub as well. The metal part of the drain screws into the pipe. But, it is so tight and we just don't have the right tool to unscrew it. In the kids' bath, we were able to get it with WD40 and some elbow grease. But, we just could not get ours. Eventually, we took another approach - cut the drain pipe from underneath. An hour later or so, but we finally got the tub detached and out of there.
Whew! Day 2 done. A lot of work getting all the debris off the floors and walls and out to the trash. But, we have a much emptier bathroom! Good results. Overall I'm very happy. Our goal - get the demo 100% done by Wednesday when the cleaning ladies come to clean up the mess we're tracking all over the house! Maybe they'll need a bonus this week.
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