what is a faucet escutcheon
A faucet escutcheon is the decorative plate located between the wall and the faucet and handles. Removal of this decorative plate is moderately easy and requires a few simple tools and steps.o remove one that is attached with caulking, take a plastic putty knife and gently cut through the caulking to lift the plate away from the wall. It is important to always use a putty knife when removing a escutcheon attached by caulking.