Global Decor Paper Market - 2021-2028

Global Decor Paper Market - 2021-2028

Market Overview

The global decor paper market size was worth US$ XX million in 2020 and is estimated to reach US$ XX million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period (2021-2028).

Decor papers are specialty papers used to create quality finishes, especially wooden materials. The papers are either used as they are or printed with various designs. Decor papers are produced mainly using hardwood cellulose. Because of that, they are highly absorbent, which makes them very suitable for impregnation. In addition, they are used for furniture surfaces, flooring and paneling.

The demand for light-resistant and chemically inert decor paper has seen remarkable growth. A key application area is abrasion-resistant laminate flooring. In addition, changing certification and standards criteria for products in wood-working markets vary from country to country.

Market Dynamics

Expanding penetration of specialty paper is a key trend spurring the launch of different types of decor paper, thus driving the market. However, the high manufacturing cost and maintenance are expected to hamper the market.

Expanding penetration of specialty paper is a key trend spurring the launch of different types of decor paper

Decor papers enable surface upgrades for wood-based substrates for furniture production, laminate flooring and interior and exterior design panels. Expanding penetration of specialty paper is a key trend spurring the launch of different types of Decor paper. Moreover, strides in residential renovation and furnishing have pushed decor paper. In particular, wooden laminate flooring has huge popularity among residential consumer segments.

Besides, there is an expansion made in wood-working markets. Over the years, customers have become conscious of the aesthetics of the furniture. The demand for wood-based panels has gathered strength on the back of the decline in prices and the expanding array of furniture designs available at affordable costs.

Moreover, a substantially rising demand for decor paper in wooden flooring applications such as high-pressure laminates has spurred the prospects in the decor paper market. For instance, Ahlstrom-Munksjö developed decor papers that function as a carrier of color and provide excellent properties for decorative printing and resin saturation during impregnation. The papers are specifically for high-pressure laminates (HPL) and low-pressure laminates (LPL) applications and print base papers and pre-impregnated papers.

The high manufacturing cost and maintenance are expected to hamper the market

Decor paper and paint can range in price from the low end to the high end of the cost spectrum. However, on average, decor paper is more expensive to purchase the rolls, supplies and install. On the other hand, paints are generally cheaper and require very few supplies and an amateur can apply them.

In addition, removing existing decor paper can be a tedious task that requires professionals and the right tools to be effective, resulting in maintenance costs. Stripping wallpaper can be done with the help of chemicals or stripping tools, although it requires extensive care; else, the wall can get damaged.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The construction sector has grown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The sector has played a key role in responding to the crisis, from building hospitals to supplying vital equipment. The building and construction sector accounts for 13% of global GDP and increasing labor availability while addressing the most pressing construction-related demands could assist recovery.

However, the construction industry has suffered due to the closure of construction sites in various countries. The majority of the open sites have had supply lines disrupted and operational restrictions imposed on them. Financial indexes in public engineering, construction and building materials industries have plummeted much more than usual due to the disruption.

Segment Analysis

Based on application, the global decor paper market is segmented into high-pressure laminates, low-pressure laminates and others.

For high-pressure laminates, various layers of decor paper are impregnated with the overlaid gum and squeezed together under heat and extreme tension. Decor paper for low-pressure covers is impregnated with the impregnation gum, for example, melamine or phenol-formaldehyde. After that, it is laminated through heat and pressure onto the wooden panels.

The impregnated decor papers are utilized for overlaying the wood-based boards under high pressure or with the assistance of paste. As indicated by research, high-pressure laminates are bound to observe high inclination over low-pressure covers, especially in ground surface applications, inferable from the high perseverance and obscurity of the previous.

Moreover, producers in the decor paper market offer stylish details regarding shading and surfaces, which prompts profoundly requesting necessities of people in regards to decor papers. The market is overwhelmed by the furnishings and cupboards fragment because of the addition in the lodging prerequisites and global development of urbanization.

Geographical Analysis

Based on geography, the global decor paper market is segmented into North America, Europe, South America, Asia-Pacific and Middle East & Africa.

North America has extensive research in developing specialty papers for wooden markets. Also, favorable macroeconomic dynamics have driven the growth in these regional markets. The strides made by the paperboard industry have also pivoted the generation of new revenue streams in the decor paper market.

The major players in the region are adopting growth strategies such as acquisitions and collaborations, contributing to the growth of the paper decor market. For instance, in October 2018, the North America division of Schoeller Technocell GmbH & Co. KG acquired the assets of the Alameda company in California, U.S. Moreover, in 2018, Ahlstrom-Munksjö acquired specialty paper producer Expera to expand its North American specialty paper business segment.

Competitive Landscape

The global decor paper market is fragmented with several end-use industries, resulting in high investment by multinational and local companies, contributing to the major share in the market growth. In addition, major players contributing to the market's growth are Ahlstrom-Munksjö , KOEHLER GROUP, KÄMMERER Paper GmbH, Schoeller Technocell GmbH & Co. KG, SURTECO GmbH, Onyx Papers Inc., BMK GmbH, Schattdecor AG, Pura Group, Fortune Paper Mills and Lamigraf S.A. and others. In addition, the companies are adopting growth strategies such as expansions, acquisitions, product launches and collaborations, contributing to the market growth globally.

Ahlstrom-Munksjö

Overview: Ahlstrom-Munksjö is a manufacturer of fiber-based products. Its renewable fibers represent about 95% of Ahlstrom-Munksjö's total fiber use. The company is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Moreover, the company has a global presence with 45 plants in 14 countries across Europe, North America, Asia and others.

Product Portfolio: Ahlstrom-Munksjö offers decor papers that function as a carrier of color and provide excellent properties for decorative printing and resin saturation during impregnation. In addition, it offers white or solid colored decor papers, especially for HPL and LPL applications, as well as print base papers and pre-impregnated papers.

Key Development:

In 2018, Ahlstrom-Munksjö acquired specialty paper producer Expera to expand its North American specialty paper business segment.

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Target Audience

Manufacturers of Decor Paper

Furniture Companies

Building & Construction Companies

Traders, Distributors and Suppliers of Decor Paper

Investment Firms