Construction Paints and Coatings Market Report 2025

The construction paints and coatings market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $60.16 billion in 2024 to $63.36 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing construction activities, urbanization trends, regulatory compliance, economic stability, raw material costs.

The construction paints and coatings market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $81.89 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global recovery post-pandemic, sustainability focus, infrastructure investments, residential and commercial real estate demand, supply chain challenges. Major trends in the forecast period include smart coatings and nanotechnology, digitalization in construction, technological advancements digital transformation, increased R&D for performance enhancements.

The projected surge in new construction projects is poised to drive the growth of the construction paints and coatings market in the coming period. Construction projects encompass a systematic process involving the construction, repair, refurbishment, retrofitting, or adaptation of buildings and other built assets such as tunnels or bridges. Within these projects, the significance of paints and coatings lies in their role in preventing water penetration, corrosion, rotting, and deterioration. For example, in March 2023, Zippia reported that 1.4 million new construction projects were completed in January 2023, reflecting a substantial 12.8% increase compared to January 2022. Consequently, the escalating number of new construction projects emerges as a key driver for the growth of the construction paints and coatings market.

The anticipated growth in the construction paints and coatings market is expected to be fueled by the increasing demand in the automotive industry. The automotive industry encompasses a range of economic activities involved in the design, development, production, marketing, sale, and maintenance of motor vehicles. The construction paints and coatings sectors play a pivotal role in supporting the automotive industry by providing surface protection, corrosion protection, customization, branding, and enhancing both infrastructure and the aesthetic and functional aspects of vehicles. In May 2023, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association reported that the global production of motor vehicles reached 85.4 million units in 2022, marking a notable 5.7% increase compared to 2021. Additionally, Brand Finance plc reported in February 2022 that the automobile sector achieved approximately 78 million unit sales in 2022, reflecting a substantial 10% increase. Consequently, the heightened demand in the automotive industry emerges as a significant driver for the growth of the construction paints and coatings market.

The construction paints and coatings market is witnessing a significant surge in the adoption of technological advancements, emerging as a prominent trend. Companies within this sector are proactively integrating new technologies to fortify their market positions. Notably, in March 2023, Dow, a leading US-based plastics and chemical manufacturing company, introduced an innovative digital paint formulation platform. This platform, leveraging advanced digital tools, is designed to cultivate cutting-edge skills, driving innovation and delivering enduring value to both markets and consumers. The technology is characterized by data-driven capabilities, with the aim of expediting innovation within the paints and coatings sector and streamlining the formulation process.

Prominent enterprises in the construction paints and coatings market are strategically emphasizing the development of innovative products, with a particular focus on leveling agents, to drive revenue growth. Leveled surfaces play a crucial role in enhancing the properties and appearance of applied materials in the coatings, paints, and ink industries. Illustratively, in March 2023, Evonik Industries AG, a leading Germany-based company specializing in various chemicals, including construction paints and coatings, unveiled the Tego Flow 380 leveling agent. Specifically tailored for solvent-borne coatings, particularly clear coats, this product stands out for its exceptional anti-popping qualities and remarkable compatibility. The Tego Flow 380, distinguished by its very low viscosity, simplifies the processing of coatings and finds applications in automotive and general industrial coatings.

In December 2022, Sherwin Williams, a prominent US-based paint and coating manufacturing company, successfully completed the acquisition of Industria Chimica Adriatica SpA for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move has significantly augmented Sherwin Williams' annual revenue to surpass $164.81 million, expanding its global reach with activities and sales across the world, inclusive of various production facilities. The acquisition has strategically positioned Sherwin Williams to benefit from advanced waterborne and solvent liquid coatings technologies. This includes access to an award-winning line of ultra-matt protective coatings and a burgeoning portfolio of BIO water-based coatings solutions crafted from recycled raw materials. Industria Chimica Adriatica SpA, based in Italy, is recognized for its expertise in chemicals and related products, operating specifically within the construction paints and coatings market.

Major companies operating in the construction paints and coatings market include PPG Industries Inc., Badische Anilin- und Sodafabrik, Akzonobel N.V., Sherwin Williams Company, Asian Paints Ltd., Axalta Coating Systems Ltd., Valspar Corporation, Helios Group, Tikkurila Oyj, Beckers Group, DyStar Singapore Pte Ltd., Republic Powdered Metals International Inc., Jotun Chemicals, Dow Chemicals, Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd., Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., Benjamin Moore & Co., Berger Paints Ltd., Hempel A/S, Brillux GmbH & Co. KG, DAW SE, H.B. Fuller Company, Dunn-Edwards Corporation, Kelly-Moore Paint Company Inc., Rust-Oleum Corporation, Tōa Kensetsu Kōgyō Corporation, Diamond Vogel Paints, Tnemec Company Inc., National Paints Factories Co. Ltd., Farrow & Ball Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the construction paints and coatings market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global construction paints and coatings market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the construction paints and coatings market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the construction paints and coatings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Construction paints are formulations containing a blend or dispersion of opaque pigments or powders in a liquid or solvent. Coatings, which encompass varnishes and inorganic binders, represent additional substances associated with paint in their application. In the realm of construction, paints and coatings play a crucial role in preventing and mitigating corrosion in buildings, various building components, and infrastructure.

The primary categories of construction paints and coatings include solvent-borne technologies, water-borne coatings, powder coatings, high solids, radiation cure, and other variants. A solvent-borne coating is characterized by a liquid protective layer applied to a material's surface. Polyurethane, acrylic, epoxy, polyester, and alkyd resins find application in diverse sectors such as residential, commercial, automotive and aviation, medical, and healthcare.

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The construction paints and coatings market consist of sales of polysiloxanes, zinc-rich primers, asphalt emulsion and aromatic azo-dyes. 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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