Larvikite vs Schist Texture
Texture
Phaneritic
  
Foliated, Platy
  
Color
Black, Brown, Light to Dark Grey, White
  
Black, Blue, Brown, Dark Brown, Green, Grey, Silver
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
No
  
Appearance
Shiny
  
Layered and Shiny
  
Texture of Larvikite and Schist
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Larvikite and Schist. Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Schist is Foliated, Platy. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Larvikite vs Schist texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.