Unscrew the shower pipe and get it out of the way.
How to knock out a bathroom wall.
The older the home the smaller the rooms and the more boxed in the.
Bust a hole in the wall between the studs.
Use a hammer or small sledgehammer to break out the drywall taking care not to hit the wall framing.
Ceramic tiles are hard and.
If there are no other obstructions in this area you can knock the rest of the drywall out on both sides with a sledgehammer or your foot if you re wearing work boots.
Ceramic tiles are used for bathroom showers and floors because they prevent water damage to floor and wall underlayment.
Also be careful near the edges because you don t want to break into the ceiling or the smooth wall outside the tub.
Use a drywall saw or reciprocating saw for accurate cuts along the scored lines.
Continue knocking out the remaining sheets of drywall as above making a small exploratory hole before demolishing the rest of the wall.
How to take down old ceramic tile in a shower.
Just make sure to wear gloves a mask and safety glasses to protect yourself from dust and debris.
Be extra careful around the shower riser pipe.
Score over the marks with a sharp utility blade.
How to make a room larger by knocking a wall out.
It s best to do this one side of the wall at a time.
Take a hammer and knock the soap dish off the wall.