Colibri provides biosourced interior paints and wood treatments that improve indoor air quality by significantly reducing VOC emissions and actively capturing formaldehyde. Their eco-friendly formulations are certified for reduced environmental impact, offering a healthier and more sustainable choice for homes and professional projects.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional interior paints can contribute to poor indoor air quality due to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other chemical emissions. This can negatively impact occupant health and well-being, particularly in sensitive environments like homes and schools.
Solution
Colibri offers a range of biosourced interior paints formulated with plant-based resins, significantly reducing VOC emissions and improving indoor air quality. Their "dépolluante" (air-purifying) line actively captures formaldehyde, a common indoor air pollutant. The paints are certified by NF Environnement, ensuring a reduced environmental impact throughout their lifecycle. Beyond interior paints, Colibri also provides comprehensive biosourced wood treatments for preparation, protection, and finishing, as well as creative paints for artistic applications.
Target Audience
Colibri targets environmentally conscious consumers, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals (architects, painters, decorators) seeking high-performance, low-VOC, and sustainable paint and wood treatment solutions for residential and commercial projects.
Features
- **Biosourced Formulations:** Paints utilize up to 95% plant-based resins, reducing reliance on petrochemicals.
- **Low VOC Emissions:** All interior paints achieve an A+ rating for indoor air quality, with VOC content below 1g/L.
- **Formaldehyde Capture:** "Dépolluante" variants actively absorb and neutralize formaldehyde from indoor air, with matte finishes capturing up to 70% and velvet finishes up to 60%.
- **NF Environnement Certification:** Products meet stringent environmental and performance criteria as defined by the ISO 14024 standard.
- **Comprehensive Wood Treatment Range:** Includes preparation products (e.g., gel stripper, repair paste), protection (e.g., hardener, hard oil), and finishes (e.g., varnish, lacquer, stain) for interior and exterior wood applications.
- **Extensive Color Palette:** Offers 214 colors for interior paints and a curated selection for creative paints, with custom color options available.
- **Anti-Waste Philosophy:** Features a "Paint per m²" service for precise quantity ordering and eco-friendly packaging solutions.
- **Made in France:** All products are manufactured, colored, and packaged in France, supporting local industry and quality control.