Laterite vs Felsite Texture
Texture
Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic
  
Arborescent Patterned, Vitreous
  
Color
Brown, Buff, Red
  
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Red, Tan, Yellow
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
No
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
No
  
Appearance
Rough and Banded
  
Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny
  
Texture of Laterite and Felsite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Laterite and Felsite. Texture of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic whereas that of Felsite is Arborescent Patterned, Vitreous. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Laterite vs Felsite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.