No, not all bathtub drains unscrew easily. While many modern grid strainers and lift-and-turn stoppers unscrew counterclockwise, older or corroded brass bathtub waste assemblies are frequently threaded directly into heavy cast-iron or PVC shoes that can become permanently seized by decades of hard water mineral scale. Attempting to force a stuck drain flange without proper tool engagement can snap the crossbars. Verification: Inspect the interior of the drain opening for crossbars before inserting a specialized tub wrench.
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