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Remove Escutcheon Plate

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Broken Tub/Shower Valve Repair

What happens here

Locate the two Phillips head screws that hold the escutcheon plate in place. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew them. If caulk is present around the escutcheon, carefully use a razor knife to cut through it to free the plate. The video shows cutting around the caulk and then prying the plate off from a small divot on the side.

Goal: The decorative escutcheon plate is secured by two Phillips head screws and may also be sealed with caulk, requiring careful removal.

Tools and materials

  • Phillips Head Screwdriver
  • Razor Knife