Vendor Spotlight: Why Contractors Choose Duravel Concrete Overlays

When your client wants a floor that looks brand new—but the slab underneath says otherwise—you’ve got two options: tear it out, or build it back better.

That’s where Duravel overlay systems come in.

Trusted by contractors across the PNW, Duravel’s line of trowelable and self-leveling overlays are engineered to repair, retexture, and prep damaged concrete—without the downtime or cost of a re-pour.

In this spotlight, we’re breaking down why so many pros use Duravel to level up their floors (literally), and when it’s the smart solution for your job.

What Is a Concrete Overlay?

An overlay is a resurfacing layer—applied over damaged, uneven, or worn concrete to:

• Fill pits and minor spalling

• Create smooth, level surfaces

• Add slope for drainage

• Prep the slab for coating or polish

• Improve adhesion for broadcast systems

Think of it as a reset button for concrete without the need for jackhammers or cement trucks.

Why Contractors Choose Duravel

Proven Performance

Duravel overlays are high-density, low-shrink, and ready for coatings fast.Contractors trust them for:

• Broadcast quartz systems

• Slope builds in commercial kitchens

• Leveling showrooms before polish

• Repairing damage without patch “shadowing”

Versatility in the Field

Duravel comes in multiple formats:

• Trowelable Overlay – Great for deep fills and patching

• Self-Leveling (SL) – Ideal for large, flat surfaces with minor imperfections

• Feather Finish – For micro-texture repair or transitions

Use it to:

• Prep before metallic or decorative coatings

• Rebuild retail or public walkways

• Cover rough broom-finish or pitted slabs

Easy to Work With

Duravel overlays:

• Mix easily with water—no complicated multi-part systems

• Spread cleanly with standard rakes, blades, and trowels

• Offer consistent work time and finish, even in changing temps

• Are compatible with most epoxy, urethane, and polyaspartic topcoats

This means fewer surprises, cleaner installs, and better client satisfaction.

Use Cases from the Field

Project Type	Duravel Product	Application
Restaurant Kitchen Floor	Trowelable Overlay	Slope correction to drain
Auto Dealership Showroom	SL Overlay	Smooth base for polish
Garage with Heavy Spalling	Trowelable + SL	Fill, smooth, and flake prep
Entryway with Curb Ramps	Feather Finish	Blend texture & prevent trip hazards

Installation Tips

• Grind or shot blast to CSP 3–5

• Always clean and vacuum thoroughly before mixing

• Mix only what you can spread in 15–20 minutes

• Use spike shoes and keep a wet edge

• For broadcast-ready floors, apply topcoat within the cure window

Conclusion

When contractors need fast, reliable concrete repair and resurfacing, Duravel overlays deliver every time.Whether you’re patching, leveling, or prepping for polish or coatings, this system gives you professional results with minimal downtime.

At PNW ECS, we stock the full Duravel line—and we’re happy to help you pick the right overlay for your job.

📍 Ask About Duravel at PNW ECSAvailable in Fife and Sandy. Need to build slope, prep for flake, or fix a rough floor? We’ll help you spec it right.