Stuart Noble wibbled:

Tim S wrote:
Stuart Noble wibbled:


Quicker and neater to level 70mm of plaster I would have thought.
Doesn't really matter if the architrave is 5mm below the level of the
wall in places. Gripfil will fill any gaps if the plaster doesn't come
away cleanly.

A lateral idea - If I am confident I won't break my nice new plastering,
this could be an option.

Score the plaster with a Stanley knife and gently shave it off. Precious
stuff your nice new plaster :-)
It will be a *lot* easier than trying to scribe architrave. The thought
makes me wince

I think that could work

I think either my 4" scraper (razor sharp one) or a knackered wood chisel
could be the ticket.

You're right - if I can do it reliably and without causing a mess or
wholesale destruction, it is going to be the best option. Only need to take
3-5mm off and that's not in all the places, just some.


Cheers

Tim