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When choosing flooring for your home, the material you select can affect both the look and feel of your space, as well as your health and wellbeing. Wood flooring offers much more than just a stylish finish - it creates a healthier environment in ways you might not expect. Mental Wellbeing Natural materials like wood have been shown to reduce stress and promote relaxation. Wood flooring helps create a calm, restorative atmosphere, perfect for spaces where you want to unwind or focus, such as living rooms, bedrooms, or home offices. Floors like our Isla Oak, with its warm, honey tones, add to this soothing effect, making any room feel inviting and comfortable.    Air Quality and Hypoallergenic Benefits Wood flooring provides numerous benefits that go beyond aesthetics, particularly in improving the air quality of your indoor spaces. It naturally resists dust and allergens, unlike carpets, helping to maintain a cleaner, fresher atmosphere in your home. This hypoallergenic quality makes wood the ideal choice for individuals with allergies or respiratory sensitivities. By choosing a wood floor such as our Burghley Oak, especially in high-traffic areas where outdoor particles are more likely to be brought inside, you can feel confident that your floors are contributing to a healthier, more comfortable environment. Connection To Nature Bringing wood into your home can help you feel more connected to the natural world. In today’s busy, urban environments, incorporating natural elements like wood helps create a peaceful retreat. Light woods such as our Shrewsbury Oak, paired with plants and natural textures, can bring the calmness of nature indoors, helping you feel grounded and relaxed after a long day. Wood flooring does more than just enhance your space - it brings a sense of nature indoors, boosts air quality, and supports your well-being. With hypoallergenic qualities and timeless appeal, whether you're updating your current home or building a new one, it's a smart choice for creating a healthier, more inviting atmosphere. To view our full collection, click here.

As environmental awareness grows, biophilic design is reshaping how we approach our living spaces. Rooted in a deep connection to nature, this design trend promotes sustainability and wellness by integrating natural elements into interiors. Sustainability at the Core At its core, biophilic design emphasises sustainability. As we become more environmentally conscious, choosing sustainable materials has never been more important. Biophilic design celebrates sustainably sourced materials, and flooring is no exception. Here at Atkinson and Kirby, all our wood flooring is sustainably sourced, ensuring both beauty and environmental responsibility. Our engineered hardwood flooring, such as the Easdale Oak uses smaller amounts of the eco-precious hardwoods while maintaining the traditional wood look that enhances any room. A Calming Palette and Connection to Nature Biophilic design is more than a trend—it's a lifestyle that reconnects us to nature, utilising a soothing palette of browns, beige, ivory, and earthy greens to create peaceful, grounded spaces. When paired with natural materials like wood, stone, and plants, this palette transforms any room into a calming retreat. Natural flooring plays a pivotal role, offering both aesthetic and emotional benefits. Our American Walnut, for instance, creates a distinctive warmth and natural beauty that adds character to any room. Alternatively, Rasselas Oak offers a light wood option that combines rustic charm with a coastal feel, creating a sense of calm that complements the soothing qualities of biophilic design. Therapeutic Qualities of Natural Flooring Natural flooring does more than enhance a room’s look; it plays a key role in reducing stress and promoting wellbeing. Whether it’s the raw imperfections of our Dark Finger Jointed Oak, mimicking the earthy calmness of the forest, or the Scandinavian-inspired lightwood of our  Noma Smoked Oak, capturing the peacefulness of a coastal getaway, the natural beauty of these materials creates a sense of grounding in any room. As biophilic design continues to gain momentum, now is the perfect time to embrace the benefits of natural flooring in your home. Whether you’re seeking rustic charm, coastal vibes, or a deeper connection to nature, there’s a natural flooring option that will enhance your interior and create a space that nurtures both mind and body. To explore our full range, please click here