Water Resistant Paint Market Report 2026

The water resistant paint market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.79 billion in 2025 to $4 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in residential construction, rising urban housing development, increased focus on building durability, expansion of commercial infrastructure, availability of acrylic and polyurethane formulations.

The water resistant paint market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.79 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate related rainfall intensity, demand for low maintenance buildings, growth in renovation activities, advancements in waterproof coating technologies, increasing infrastructure investments. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for moisture protection coatings, increasing use in bathroom and kitchen applications, growing adoption in exterior wall protection, expansion of waterproof solutions for roof surfaces, higher preference for long lasting protective paints.

The growing demand in the automotive sector is expected to drive the growth of the water-resistant paint market going forward. The automotive industry is influenced by factors such as the need for personal mobility, stable semiconductor supplies, rising per capita income, and urbanization. Water-resistant paint is used in the automotive sector to protect vehicle exteriors from water damage, corrosion, and other environmental factors, ensuring durability and longevity. For instance, in April 2024, according to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), a France-based international trade association, Europe produced 18,122,449 vehicles in 2023. Therefore, the growing demand in the automotive sector is propelling the growth of the water-resistant paint market.

Major companies operating in the water-resistant paint market are focusing on developing waterproof coatings for roofs and walls with synthetic fibers, such as elastomeric liquid waterproofing membranes, to meet the growing demand for advanced waterproofing solutions. Fiber-reinforced elastomeric liquid waterproofing membranes offer a versatile and durable solution for waterproofing applications, combining the flexibility of elastomers with the strength of embedded fibers to create a reliable barrier against water intrusion. For instance, in February 2023, Kamdhenu, an Indian-based provider of steel and paint products, launched its new Kamo Damp Proof to provide a solution for waterproofing and protecting buildings from water damage. This innovative product helps prevent dampness, seepage, and other water-related issues, thereby ensuring the longevity and durability of the building's structure. They aim to offer a superior waterproofing solution to shield external surfaces from rain, algae, fungi, and other damaging elements.

In October 2024, Materiali Ausiliari Per l'Edilizia e l'Industria (Mapei), an Italy-based manufacturer of construction chemicals and building materials, acquired Wykamol Group Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Mapei aimed to expand its waterproofing and protective-coatings portfolio and strengthen its presence in the UK construction-chemicals market. Wykamol Group Ltd., a UK-based company, specializes in manufacturing water-resistant and waterproof coatings and membranes for damp-proofing and structural waterproofing applications.

Major companies operating in the water resistant paint market are Sherwin-Williams Company, PPG Industries Inc., AkzoNobel NV, Nippon Paint Holdings Co Ltd., RPM International Inc., KCC Corporation, Valspar Corporation, Asian Paints Limited, Kansai Paint Co Ltd, Shalimar Paints Limited, Jotun group, Berger Paints India Limited, DuluxGroup Limited, Benjamin Moore & Co., DAW SE, Rust-Oleum Corporation, TOA Group, Kelly-Moore Paints, Diamond Vogel Paints, Hempel Decorative Paints Division.

North America was the largest region in the water resistant paint market in 2025. The regions covered in the water resistant paint market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the water resistant paint market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The water-resistant paint market consists of sales of products such as exterior paints, interior paints, specialty coatings, wood coatings, and metal coatings. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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