Carpets and rugs market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

The Dutch carpets and rugs market grew in physical volume between 2018 and 2020, fueled by a rising consumer focus on sustainability and a significant surge in online search interest. Industry events like DOMOTEX 2019 highlighted trends such as earthy colors and ethical production, which further stimulated demand. Manufacturers simultaneously adapted to stricter national regulations on hazardous substances like azo dyes, reinforcing safer production standards.

In value terms, the market contracted in 2020 before a partial recovery in 2021, as inflation made consumers more price-sensitive. Demand for carpets made from recycled materials remained a consistent driver. By 2022, new stylistic preferences emerged, with vintage and Scandinavian rugs gaining popularity, often incorporating sustainable materials, which continued to influence import and export patterns through the mid-2020s.

Throughout the period, the market's evolution was characterized by a strong push towards eco-friendly products and adherence to evolving safety regulations. Established domestic producers like Interfloor maintained their role by offering quality and customized solutions, aligning with these enduring market shifts.

Production carpets and rugs in the Netherlands

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Following two consecutive years of contraction, the Netherlands' carpets and rugs production volume rebounded in 2021. Output was valued at 1 220 million US dollars, marking a 9.2% increase compared to the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, production declined by 7.6%, translating to a compound annual growth rate of -2.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 1 117 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 10.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, M m²

In 2021, the Netherlands produced 221.1 million square meters of carpets and rugs, representing a 4.2% decrease from 2020. The highest production volume was achieved in 2019 at 230.7 million square meters, which also experienced the largest increase of 5.9%. The most significant decline occurred in 2020, dropping by 4.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, M m²

Exports carpets and rugs from the Netherlands

Exports in kind, M m²

After a two-year decline, foreign supplies of carpets and rugs from the Netherlands increased in 2021. The country exported 199.9 million square meters, up 13.0% from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports decreased by 2.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of -0.9%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 176.9 million square meters, which also saw the largest decline of 11.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, M m²

Between 2018 and 2021, three principal markets—the United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland—collectively accounted for 55.6% of total carpets and rugs exports from the Netherlands in volume terms.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

Following two years of decline, carpets and rugs exports from the Netherlands increased in 2021. The country exported 1 339 million US dollars worth of carpets and rugs, up 22.3% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 5.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 1.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 1 095 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019, dropping by 7.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the United Kingdom (25.2% of exports in value terms), Germany (19.0%), and France (6.6%) remained the key destinations for carpets and rugs exports from the Netherlands, together accounting for 50.9% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021

Imports carpets and rugs to the Netherlands

Imports in kind, M m²

After a two-year fall, carpets and rugs imports into the Netherlands increased in 2021. The country imported approximately 59.3 million square meters, a 53.5% rise compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 24.5%, translating to an annualized rate of 7.6%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2020 at 38.6 million square meters, while the largest decline occurred in 2019, dropping by 11.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, M m²

In the 2018-2021 period, Belgium (37.3% of imports in volume terms), China (14.3%), and Germany (9.9%) accounted for the largest share of carpets and rugs imports into the Netherlands, together comprising 61.5% of total import volume.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

Following two years of decrease, carpets and rugs imports into the Netherlands increased in 2021. Imports reached 496 million US dollars, a sharp rise of 53.5% compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports grew by 33.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.0%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 323 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 8.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Throughout 2018-2021, Belgium (43.0% of imports in value terms), India (9.5%), and China (9.5%) formed the core group of markets for carpets and rugs imports into the Netherlands, together representing 62.0% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021