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Originally Posted by LeeH

Just took out a soffit and divider wall in a bathroom in our house. There's a big difference in the height of the surfaces where we put in the patched drywall. The original drywall has an orange peel texture and numerous coats of paint. What's the best method to even this out? I know I have to skim the new sections to bring up the height after taping the joints. But, the tape is going to add height to the original sections. Plus, this is all on the wall in the bathroom with the vanity lighting fixture so any flaws will be magnified by the angle of the light. I'd hate to have to skim and retexture the entire wall, but fear it may come down to that.

I've watched numerous Youtube videos and non seem to address a situation like this. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

If the difference is significant, bite the bullet and just pull off whichever area is smaller (easier to redo) or uglier and redo it with thicker/thinner drywall. You should only hae to go to the closest corner. Shim between the 2x4s and drywall if necessary. It will never be "right" otherwise and will always annoy you (and reduce the value of your home). Do it before you put more into finishes so you do not have that cost, make that mess twice.