Know all about Diorite and Teschenite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Teschenite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Teschenite is Phaneritic. Diorite appears Shiny and Teschenite appears Veined and Shiny. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Teschenite is not available. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Teschenite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Teschenite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.