Ready to Assemble (RTA) Furniture Market Report 2026

The ready to assemble (rta) furniture market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.91 billion in 2025 to $17.02 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise of urbanization, increasing demand for affordable furniture, growth of rental housing, expansion of e-commerce platforms, popularity of minimalist interior design.

The ready to assemble (rta) furniture market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $22.2 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing focus on sustainability and eco-friendly materials, adoption of smart and connected furniture, expansion of online furniture marketplaces, increasing preference for modular and multifunctional furniture, integration of augmented reality (AR) for furniture visualization. Major trends in the forecast period include modular & customizable furniture designs, e-commerce & direct-to-consumer sales growth, compact & space-saving furniture solutions, diy assembly and user-friendly instructions, lightweight & easy-to-transport materials.

The rising adoption of do-it-yourself (DIY) culture is expected to drive the expansion of the ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture market in the coming years. Do-it-yourself (DIY) culture refers to a movement in which individuals independently build, modify, or repair items - including remodeling, renovations, or room additions - while encouraging creativity, self-reliance, and cost efficiency. More people are embracing DIY culture because it empowers them to create customized solutions, offers a sense of achievement, and provides a practical way to develop new skills, often at a lower cost than pre-assembled options. Ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture supports DIY culture by enabling consumers to participate directly in assembling their furniture, giving them both personalization and a sense of accomplishment. For example, in March 2024, the Houzz and Home study conducted by Houzz - a U.S.-based home design platform - reported that hiring professionals remains strong, with more than nine in ten homeowners undertaking renovations engaging professional assistance, similar to the previous year. Within this group, the proportion using specialty service providers rose slightly, from 46% in 2022 to 47% in 2023. Therefore, the growing DIY culture is contributing to the growth of the ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture market.

Companies in the RTA furniture market are increasingly focusing on technological innovations, such as click furniture technology, to improve the ease of assembly, reduce the need for tools, enhance durability, and provide a smooth user experience. Click furniture technology allows for tool-free assembly by using interlocking mechanisms that securely snap components together, making setup quick and easy. For example, in May 2023, Välinge Innovation AB, a Sweden-based technology company, introduced Threespine ID (Inclined Dowel), a click furniture technology that utilizes angled dowels and an integrated locking system for quick, tool-free, and durable assembly of RTA furniture. The flexible locking pin ensures solid results while enabling easy disassembly and reassembly, catering to the growing demand for sustainable and circular products.

In May 2023, Fabryki Mebli Forte S.A., a Poland-based furniture manufacturer specializing in RTA furniture, partnered with Välinge Innovation AB to enhance its product offerings. This collaboration aims to provide customers with faster, easier, and more durable furniture assembly solutions. Välinge Innovation AB, based in Sweden, is known for its patented technologies in flooring and furniture.

Major companies operating in the ready to assemble (rta) furniture market are Ashley Global Retail LLC, Tvilum A/S, Sauder Woodworking Co., Bestar Inc., Dorel Industries Inc., Fabryki Mebli Forte S.A., Walker Edison Furniture Company LLC, Prepac Manufacturing Ltd., Acme Furniture, Zinus Inc., Winsome Trading Inc., Homestar Corporation, Whalen Furniture, Songmics Home, Furinno, Simpli Home, Home Reserve, Nexera Furniture, IKEA, Wayfair, South Shore Furniture.

Europe was the largest region in the ready to assemble (RTA) furniture market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the ready to assemble (rta) furniture market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the ready to assemble (rta) furniture market report are Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.

The ready to assemble (RTA) furniture market consists of sales of wardrobes, cabinets, TV stands, office desks, and kitchen units and shelving systems. 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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