Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds market in Romania

Earlier Report Observations

The Romanian market for aluminium doors, windows, frames and thresholds expanded from 272.4 thousand units in 2018 to 393.8 thousand units in 2019. This growth was driven by the entry of new artisanal manufacturers like Aluminiu Concept and the increasing adoption of thermal break technology, which enhanced product durability and energy efficiency. Simultaneously, major system suppliers such as REHAU introduced modern profiles tailored for passive houses and energy-efficient buildings, stimulating demand in both residential and non-residential segments.

After a contraction to 351.6 thousand units in 2020, the market volume stabilized at 353.7 thousand units by 2022. During this period, the industry focus remained on superior thermal performance and compliance with European energy regulations. By 2022, market maturity was evident as investors and developers prioritized long-term energy savings and total cost of ownership, supported by the launch of advanced systems like the REHAU Iconic W77 developed in partnership with local firms.

Throughout the observed years, local producers consolidated their position through sustained investments in machinery and staff training, ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality products. Persistent demand for thermal break thresholds and profiles, coupled with aluminium's versatility for custom designs and finishes, underpinned market activity even amid short-term fluctuations.

Production Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds in Romania

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2020, Romania's production of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds reached a value of 71 176 thousand US dollars, marking a robust year-over-year increase of 22.7%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 34.2%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 10.3%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 8.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

In 2020, Romania produced 318.4 thousand units of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds, representing a substantial 66.0% increase compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 47.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 13.9%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 191.8 thousand units, which also saw the largest decline of 34.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds from Romania

Exports in kind, K unit

Following a two-year decline, Romania's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds rebounded in 2020, reaching 292.4 thousand units—a 51.2% increase compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 13.4%, with an annualized growth rate of 4.3%. The lowest export volume was in 2019 at 193.4 thousand units, which also experienced the largest decline of 21.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Turkey, Denmark, and France were the key partners for Romania's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in kind. Turkey accounted for 25.0% of exports, Denmark for 19.4%, and France for 13.0%, collectively representing 57.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Romania in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Romania's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds totaled 41 754 thousand US dollars, an 8.0% increase over the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 36.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.0%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 41 791 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 36.8%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 7.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, France, Denmark, and Italy were the largest contributors to Romania's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in value terms. France accounted for 26.3% of exports, Denmark for 20.8%, and Italy for 12.4%, together comprising 59.6% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Romania in value, 2017-2020

Imports Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds to Romania

Imports in kind, K unit

The import market for aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in Romania showed an unstable trend from 2017 to 2020. Imports reached their lowest point in 2018 at 224.8 thousand units and peaked in 2019 at 395.4 thousand units, with a 1.8-fold difference between these years. In 2020, imports totaled 224.8 thousand units, reflecting a 17.6% decrease compared to 2019. The largest decline was recorded in 2018 at 29.1%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 75.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Hungary, Germany, and Poland were the main sources for Romania's imports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in kind, collectively absorbing 80.3% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Romania in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Romania's imports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in value terms increased for the third consecutive year in 2020, reaching 10 529 thousand US dollars—a solid 23.7% uptick relative to the prior year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports grew by 85.5%, equating to an annualized rate of 22.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In the 2017-2020 period, imports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds to Romania in value terms were distributed across many countries. Germany accounted for 23.2% of imports, Hungary for 13.8%, and Poland for 12.2%, jointly representing 49.1% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Romania in value, 2017-2020