Removal of non load bathroom wall

[Kyle O.]

Hello,

I decided to remove this bathroom wall to prevent moisture build up in the shower.

I have a few questions on the removal of the studs.  The arch seems to be plaster. At the top, I guess what would be the header there is thick metal screening. The house was build around 1910 in NW Ohio. 

Plans are:

1) Remove 6 2*4s that make up the rectangle box. I am interested in anyone's opinion who has experience in the matter. I wanted to double check I was doing it correctly. 

2) Once the top 2*4 comes out what should I do with the metal screening? I do not currently have a matabo, I can buy one if necessary, but would like to avoid it if possible.  

3) I used a box cutter to cut around the edges of the rectangle. 

Thanks in advance. 

Kyle