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How to remove plaster or really old hard caulk (can't tell) from bathtub?

Try sand paper and rub it off. Then decrease the grade of paper
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How to Achieve a Smooth Transition on a Wall with Mesh-Reinforced Gypsum?

Fairly normal if it's fiberglass (as in mesh tape for drywall) - would be a bit odd if it's metal mesh, but it appears to be falling apart the way fiberglass tape does. Anyway, you don't tear it down, ...
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Is this surface too rough to plaster over?

Given that one can plaster over a brick wall, hardly too rough. But I'd say it's not very convincing as to soundness. That hypothetical brick wall is a good solid substrate. The pictures here look ...
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Is this surface too rough to plaster over?

No, it's not too rough. I've seen pros deal with far worse effectively. The key is to taper out far enough. You won't resolve this situation with an 8" knife, or even a 12". You want a 16&...
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Determining Wall Type & Advice for Hanging Curtains, etc. (Plaster & not Lath)

I think you have the same plaster-over-gypsum wall as shown in these other posts: What is this wall covering made of? Is this plaster over gypsum wallboard? I think you're mistaken about total ...
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How to keep Structolite from cracking as it dries

Make sure you are using Portland in the Structolite mix and don't put a fan on it to dry it faster. If it dries too quickly it will definitely crack.
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