Market Highlights
The North American region has witnessed an exceptional increase in the penetration of composites in the applications of decks and railings over the years. North America has an installed base of 40 million wood decks, creating plenty of room for composite decks to further penetrate the region’s market. Also, there has been increasing demand for home goods and remodeling with residents are interested in do-it-yourself (DIY) and outdoor living projects. In addition to that, the demand for sustainable materials will drive the composite decks and railings market.
Unlike other construction markets, where the sudden outburst of the pandemic collapsed the demand across regions, here, in the composite deck and railings market, manufacturers represented uncharted territory with over 9.0% growth in 2020. The region’s market registered a decline in the first two quarters and marked excellent recovery in the next two quarters. In the long term, the North American market for composite decks and railings is subjected to grow at a healthy CAGR of 5.9% over the next five years to reach US$ 2.7 billion by 2026.
Market Segments' Analysis
For ease of analysis, the North American composite decks and railings market is segmented into six types, namely Product Type, Type, Resin Type, Application Type, Sales Type, and Countries. Based on the product type, the market is segmented as deck and railings. Deck is expected to grow at a higher pace in the market during the forecast period since the decking products deliver various advantages, such as resistance to insects and molds and low maintenance costs. Furthermore, as decking products are fade-resistant and offer stain resistance, it becomes convenient to clean them, and also they have high color retention.
Based on the type, the market is segmented as Capped Composites and Uncapped Composites. Capped Composites are expected to grow at a higher pace in the market during the forecast period owing to their characteristics, such as confrontation to breakage, decomposing, development of mold & mildew, and color diminishing. Capped composites also deliver ultra-low maintenance cost and premium aesthetics against natural wood decking and railing products. They are extensively employed in residential and non-residential applications, owing to their physical properties.
Based on the resin type, the market is segmented as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, and others. The polyethylene segment accounts for the largest market share of the global composite decks and railings market. Polyethylene resin has elevated strength and sturdiness, which is suitable for residential application, necessitating a joist 16 inch on center. The polypropylene segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing resin type during the forecast period. They confront thermal expansion & contraction, enabling them to be suitable in the manufacturing of composite decking & railing in elevated temperature regions.
Based on the application type, the composites decks and railings market is segmented as Residential and Non- Residential. The polyethylene segment accounts for the largest market share of the composite decking and railings market. Polyethylene resin has elevated strength and sturdiness, which is suitable for residential application, necessitating a joist 16 inch on center. Polypropylene is estimated to be the fastest-growing resin type during the forecast period. They confront thermal expansion & contraction, enabling them to be suitable in the manufacturing of composite decking & railings in elevated temperature regions.
In terms of countries, The USA remains the biggest demand generator for composite decks and railings in the region in the foreseen future. The country is also the largest procurer of wood decks and railings, the biggest market segment of decks and railings. Canada, another major market, is also likely to generate a sizeable demand for composite decks and railings in the years to come. There has been a growing acceptance of composite decks and railings in both countries over the years.
Key Players
The market for composites decks and railings is gradually consolidating with major companies that are performing mergers & acquisitions to quickly gain the leading position and to tap the growing opportunities in this expanding market. For instance, in May 2011, the leading composite decking company; Iron Deck was acquired by a leading composite deck manufacturer; Trex Company. Some of the major key players in the North American composite decks and railings market are listed below.
- Trex Company
- The Azek Company
- Fiberon LLC
- Advantage Trim & Lumber
- Barrette Outdoor Living
- Cali Bamboo
- DuraLife Decking and Railings
- DassoXTR
- New TechWood
- Tamko Building Products Ltd.
Research Methodology
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The North American composite decks and railings market is segmented into the following categories.
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Product Type
- Deck (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Rail (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Type
- Capped Composite (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Uncapped Composite (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Resin Type
- Polyethylene (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Polypropylene (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Polyvinyl Chloride (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Application Type
- Residential (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Non-Residential (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Sales to End-User Type
- Dealers (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Builders/Contractors (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Home Improvement Retailers (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Sales to Manufacturer Type
- One-Step/Direct Distribution (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Two-Step Distribution (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
North American Composite Decks and Railings Market, by Country
- The USA (Trend and Forecast)
- Canada (Trend and Forecast)
- Mexico (Trend and Forecast)
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