Doncaster Shopping Centre
Doncaster Shopping Centre, now Westfield Doncaster, is one of Victoria’s largest and busiest retail hubs. Originally opened in 1969, the centre underwent a significant redevelopment in 2007–2008, expanding retail space from 51,000 m² to 120,000 m² and increasing the number of shops from 200 to 400.
The shopping centre’s main walkways and public areas feature polished marble flooring. The material was chosen for its timeless elegance, strong visual appeal, and ability to handle heavy foot traffic. Marble is dense and durable. However, it is also porous. Its microscopic pores can absorb liquids, which makes it vulnerable to staining, water ingress, and etching from acidic substances.
In high-traffic commercial environments, these vulnerabilities are amplified by everyday wear and spills. Maintaining marble’s appearance requires a combination of protective sealants, routine cleaning, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring the surface retains both its beauty and long-term durability.
Protecting High-Traffic Marble Surfaces
With continuous foot traffic, the polished marble floors were at risk of:
- Staining from food, liquids, and daily use
- Wear and tear on high-traffic areas
- Loss of visual appeal, dulling the natural color and shine
The client required a professional marble protection solution that could safeguard the flooring, highlight its natural beauty, and reduce maintenance frequency and cost.
Tech-Dry Solution: Protectaseal Enhancer S
Tech‑Dry applied Protectaseal Enhancer S, a high‑performance penetrating sealer. It penetrates deep into the substrate and forms a permanent bond. This bond makes the surface highly resistant to oil‑ and water‑based stains, including coffee, wine, grease, and food colouring. Unlike surface coatings, it does not form a film. Instead, it naturally darkens the material while keeping its texture and breathability. The product suits natural stone, concrete blocks, pavers, clay bricks, tiles, grouts, and mortars. It works effectively on both porous and dense substrates.
This solution is ideal for commercial environments, including shopping centres, retail walkways, and other high-traffic areas where marble and natural stone need reliable protection.
Durable and Beautiful Marble Floors
After treatment with Protectaseal Enhancer S, the marble surfaces at Westfield Doncaster now features:
- Improved stain and wear resistance, ensuring high-traffic areas remain pristine
- Enhanced visual appeal, highlighting the marble’s natural characteristics
- Longer-lasting durability, reducing the frequency of costly maintenance programs
Tech-Dry’s application of Protectaseal Enhancer S demonstrates its ability to provide high-performance, invisible protection for polished marble in commercial settings. The project highlights Tech-Dry’s expertise in marble floor sealing, high-traffic surface protection, and natural stone care. For property managers, architects, and facility teams, this project reinforces the value of selecting scientifically validated, penetrating sealers to maintain beauty and longevity in public spaces.
For property managers, architects, and facility teams, this project reinforces the value of selecting scientifically validated, penetrating sealers to maintain beauty and longevity in public spaces.
