If your stopper does not have a visible screw set on the knob, but does not seem to unscrew, lift the stopper up and turn, looking for a small screw. Use a standard flathead screwdriver or an Allen wrench (hex key) to loosen the set screw. You shouldn’t have to remove the screw entirely to remove the stopper.

How do you remove a bathtub drain basket?

Most drain baskets have a metal or plastic crossbar that prevents large debris from falling down the drain. Use small needle-nose locking pliers that are strong enough to remove the drain basket. Clamp and lock the pliers onto the center of the crossbar. Turn counterclockwise to twist open the basket.

How do you remove a push down plug?

Push and Pull
With the stopper in the open position, unscrew the knob from the stopper base.Push the stopper closed to reveal the center post.Use pliers or a flat-head screwdriver in the center to loosen the slotted screw inside the center post in a counterclockwise direction.Lift the stopper from the drain.