Phyllite vs Slate Texture
Texture
Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty
  
Foliated
  
Color
Black to Grey, Light Greenish Grey
  
Black, Brown, Buff, Green, Light to Dark Grey, Purple, Red, Shades of Blue
  
Maintenance
More
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
No
  
Appearance
Crinkled or Wavy
  
Dull
  
Texture of Phyllite and Slate
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Phyllite and Slate. Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Slate is Foliated. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Phyllite vs Slate texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.