Removing tap heads

[NBee]

Right, this must surely be the most DIY of all DIY jobs. Can't believe I'm having to ask about this

I've got standard bathroom sink taps, just like the ones in this example video:

I've popped the caps off, and undone the centre screw, but I can't get the heads off. They feel physically locked. I've pulled, tried prising with a screwdriver, but they really feel as if something is restraining them still. Any ideas on how to get these off? Is it just a case of more elbow grease?!

 

[Burnerman]

Yep, they'll be stuck with limescale, grot and whatever.....try some WD40 or similar and leave them for a while.
Some heat from a boiling kettle may help.
Be lucky!
John

 

[NBee]

Thanks, it is a damp bathroom so I'm not surprised. I'll grow some more muscels.