Textured plaster can be sanded smooth and re-plastered, though this work is very labor intensive and messy/dusty! I had three major walls sanded this way in a remodel, and the fine dust is everywhere-so be sure you remove furniture from the room and allow for good ventilation. Be cautious about sanding, also, since some older building materials contain asbestos.
Removing the old drywall is the next best thing. Depending on the degree of texture on the current wall, it is probably impractical to plaster over them without first sanding.
Removing the old drywall is the next best thing. Depending on the degree of texture on the current wall, it is probably impractical to plaster over them without first sanding.