2. Remove the old bathtub
Removing the old bathtub requires a few steps. First, shut off the water supply, then disconnect the plumbing. Installing new plumbing is often the best option, as extending the old bath tap valve to accommodate a shower hose can be tricky. Therefore, you can remove everything at this stage.
Next, remove any screws, nails or brackets fixing the bathtub to the walls. If you have a cast iron bathtub, it may be heavier than acrylic or fibreglass designs. Some bathtubs are fixed to the floor with mortar, so you may need to use a crowbar to break it free.