The surface was durable and resistant to dings and bumps. What's more, you could often hang a picture with little worry of it falling. Plaster is still available and, in my opinion, is a tremendous value. Before you give your builder the go-ahead to cover the studs, ask for a quote for the newer veneer plaster systems. The drywall used in most new homes today is a good product.
Drywall consists of a relatively soft gypsum core that is covered with a thick paper.
But it doesn't take much force to create a dent in drywall surfaces. Plaster surfaces, on the other hand, are much harder. Plaster, in many respects, can be compared with concrete. Plaster, like concrete, begins as a mixture of dry compounds. When mixed with water, a chemical reaction begins to occur.