Objective The aim is to develop novel technologies and systems which overcome the problem of colour dye transfer from fabrics to below the surface finish of leather upholstery during normal use. The objectives are to:-Identify the mechanisms which facilitate the transfer of colour dry/ soiling to leather upholstery;-Assess the suitability of applying alternatives to the standard coating technology systems that are currently employed for leather upholstery;-Develop a realistic test specification and European Standard for leathers used as furniture upholstering materials;-Reduce manufacturer returns and increase competitiveness within the SME dominated furniture industry. Fields of science engineering and technologymaterials engineeringcolorsengineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and films Programme(s) FP5-GROWTH - Programme for research technological development and demonstration on "Competitive and sustainable growth 1998-2002" Topic(s) 1.1.3.-1. - Key Action Innovative Products, Processes and Organisation Call for proposal Data not available Funding Scheme EAW - Exploratory awards Coordinator UNION SPECIALTIES (UK) EU contribution No data Address 12 NORTH PORTWAY CLOSE NN3 8RQ NORTHAMPTON United Kingdom See on map Total cost No data Participants (1) Sort alphabetically Sort by EU Contribution Expand all Collapse all CONCERIA BRUTTOMESSO RUGGERO TC SNC Italy EU contribution No data Address Via Mure 24 36070 ALTISSIMO See on map Total cost No data