Positioning of UV-curing lacquer for the renovation of old vinyl and linoleum floors- Phase 2

Important results from the project

The goal of second phase of the project was to develop a full functioning pigmented UV-lacquer with no application error. This goal meant to be achieved based on the prototype that was developed in first phase of the project. The outcome of this project has been so satisfactory that we aim to launch the product in our home market, Sweden. Before that, we aim to verify the results in a longer period of time as well.

Expected long term effects

The result of this project has made us closer to our ultimate goal which is an even easier to use renovation system for all different types of floors with different designs and patterns. Offering an easy to use system could enable more users to work with the system, and thus having more floors renovated instead of being replaced. Besides the economic value, restoration could minimize the environmental impact significantly which benefit the entire society. From commercial point of view, UVElite can expand its market internationally and achieve the sales target of of 285 MSEK in 3-5 years.

Approach and implementation

We tried to improve the system via two different approaches. One was by redesigning the portable UV-machines and the other one was by reformulating the prototype. After some experiments and inputs from the experts, the first option was put aside due to new and bigger challenges that showed up as a result of that. We therefore shifted the focus of the project to the second option. As a result, with some chemical reformulation of the lacquer, combined with application methods, the risk of application error has been minimized. Areas for further investigation have been identified too.