Quartzite vs Siltstone Texture
Texture
Foliated, Granular
  
Clastic
  
Color
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Light Grey, Purple, White, Yellow
  
Brown, Red, Reddish Brown
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Appearance
Lustrous
  
Rough
  
Texture of Quartzite and Siltstone
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Quartzite and Siltstone. Texture of Quartzite is Foliated, Granular whereas that of Siltstone is Clastic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Quartzite vs Siltstone texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.