The Breathe Collection: Tough Commerical Grade Flooring that Benefits People & the Environment
The Atkinson & Kirby Breathe collection is designed for high-quality and low impact. A biophilic, eco-friendly flooring range with low-VOC emissions. Featuring Purotec hygienic technology, it is designed for easy care, durability and to enhance human wellbeing through nature-inspired flooring.
The Breathe collection is made-to-order, unique to you and your space, ideal for architects and designers seeking high-end appeal and wellbeing solutions with longevity in mind. Our commitment to health is evident in every flooring product within this range. The collection provides tough finishes ideally suited to commercial environments. This non-toxic flooring collection is stringently tested to achieve low-VOC engineered flooring properties. For more information, read our guide on non-toxic flooring.
The Breathe collection includes Purotec technology finishes. The innovative UV varnish surface needs no matting agents, looks like untreated wood, and offers superior resistance, minimal colour change, and other practical advantages for daily use. This surface is easy-to-maintain and actively resists the growth of unwanted microbial growth, delivering true hygienic flooring for demanding environments like hospitals, kitchens, living rooms, nurseries, care environments and commercial spaces such as gyms or sports halls and offices.
The Breathe collection is the definitive choice for sustainable wood flooring. Our range draws inspiration from the natural world, offering a palette of light and natural finishes that connect spaces and individuals to nature, bringing the outside in - a principle known as biophilic flooring design. This flooring collection offers an organic, light, and airy aesthetic that supports a sense of calm & well-being. If you are looking for eco-friendly flooring, the Breathe collection is perfect, as it's built on sustainable practices with practicality in mind, suitable for high-end residential projects as well as commercial environments.
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Koli Oak
BRE1001
The palest floor in the collection, raw and natural with a hint of buttery yellow. Knots and other faults are picked out in a smoky grey.
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Umbra Oak
BRE1003
Light and contemporary with a smoked effect occasionally bringing out a greater contrast in the woodgrain. There are some variations in plank shade to help create an interesting linear pattern.
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Asnen Oak
BRE1005
Subtle variation creates a staggered pattern whilst regular faults and knots hold the interest in this dusky warm finish.
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Tyresta Oak
BRE1007
A bright mid-range oak, in subtle variations of sandy brown. Versatile and pleasing to the eye this shade works well in many situations.
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Saxon Oak
BRE1009
Rich in butterscotch colouring and rustic detailing, this is a bold evocation of naturally aged and seasoned timber.
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Irati Oak
BRE1013
Full strength rich oak tones, warm and comforting, yet still displaying a wide variety of markings and patterns. Something of a classic.
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Hamra Oak
BRE1014
Sophisticated variations from nut brown to dark smoky grey mark this out as a good allrounder, easy going and fits in everywhere.
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Kolmarden Oak
BRE1015
Minimal colour variation with bags of character graining, this is simply a confident, grown up floor that makes the most of its features.
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Rogen Oak
BRE1016
A cool, dark presence in any space this is a contemporary version of classic stained oak boards, featuring beautiful markings and the feel of luxury.
View ProductBreathe FAQs
How to bring the outside in?
Bringing the outside in is a core principle of biophilic design and is achieved by intentionally inproving natural light, air quality, and use of natural materials into your indoor space.
Is Breathe considered eco-friendly flooring?
Yes, Breathe is an exceptionally eco-friendly flooring collection. It adheres to sustainable sourcing practices and its focus on low-VOC materials and long-term durability reduces its environmental impact, making it a sustainable choice for your project.
What is biophilic design?
Biophilic design is an architectural and interior design concept that seeks to connect building occupants more closely with nature, aiming to improve the health, wellbsing and productivity of human occupants.
What is low-VOC flooring?
Low-VOC flooring refers to flooring that emits a minimal amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) into the air. High VOC levels can impact indoor air quality and occupant health and wellbeing. The Breathe collection is specifically designed to meet standards for non-toxic flooring and low emissions, contributing to a healthier living or working environment.
Where is hygienic flooring best used?
Hygienic flooring, like the Breathe collection, is ideal for any area where cleanliness is a priority. This includes kitchens, offices, and healthcare or educational facilities. Its easy-to-maintain surface makes cleaning simple, supporting healthy spaces and interior design for wellness.
