Curtains, interior blinds and valances market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The market for curtains, interior blinds and valances in Lithuania expanded significantly in physical volume from 2018 to 2023, driven by the introduction of new product segments such as space-saving pleated blinds and an increased variety of patterned fabrics. These innovations catered to consumer demand for stylish and functional window coverings that allow easy light control and interior space optimization.

While physical consumption continued to rise, the market value experienced fluctuations due to global raw material price volatility, which affected production costs from 2022 onward. Changes in consumer behavior towards higher quality and functionality also shaped purchasing decisions during this period.

After peaking at 6.2 million m² in 2023, the market volume contracted to 3.4 million m² in 2024, with a corresponding decline in market value to 12.6 million USD.

Production curtains, interior blinds and valances in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Following two consecutive years of growth, Lithuania's production of curtains, interior blinds, and valances experienced a decline. In 2021, the output was valued at 22 790 thousand US dollars, marking a decrease of 9.7% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production increased by 27.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 8.5%. The highest value was recorded in 2020 at 25 225 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 23.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, K m²

After two years of improvement, Lithuania's production volume of curtains, interior blinds, and valances declined. In 2021, the country produced 1 628 thousand square meters, representing a significant drop of 14.9% from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production rose by 31.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 9.6%. The peak volume was reached in 2020 at 1 914 thousand square meters, which also experienced the largest increase of 33.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

Exports curtains, interior blinds and valances from Lithuania

Exports in kind, K m²

In 2021, Lithuania exported 1 478 thousand square meters of curtains, interior blinds, and valances, showing little change compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 42.1%, with an average annual increase of 12.4%. The highest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 1 510 thousand square meters, which also saw the largest increase of 45.2%. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a decrease of 2.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

From 2018 to 2021, France, Estonia, and Latvia remained the primary buyers of curtains, interior blinds, and valances from Lithuania. France accounted for 22.0% of exports in kind, Estonia for 16.9%, and Latvia for 16.1%. Together, these three countries represented 55.0% of Lithuania's total exports in this category.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

After two years of decline, the value of curtains, interior blinds, and valances exported from Lithuania increased. In 2021, exports amounted to 12 219 thousand US dollars, up by 14.7% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports rose by 7.4%, equivalent to an average annual rate of 2.4%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 10 654 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a decrease of 3.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, France, Denmark, and Norway continued to be the main destinations for Lithuania's exports of curtains, interior blinds, and valances in value terms. France represented 19.7% of exports, Denmark 17.2%, and Norway 13.2%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 50.1% of total export value.

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

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

Imports curtains, interior blinds and valances to Lithuania

Imports in kind, K m²

The import market for curtains, interior blinds, and valances in Lithuania showed volatility during the observed period. Imports reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2021, with a 2.5-fold difference between these years. In 2021, imports totaled 4 491 thousand square meters, a substantial increase of 73.4% from the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2020, with a decrease of 3.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, K m²

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Latvia, and China remained the principal suppliers of curtains, interior blinds, and valances to Lithuania in terms of volume. Poland accounted for 45.6% of imports in kind, Latvia for 17.7%, and China for 16.0%. Together, these three countries made up 79.3% of total imports in this category.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, the value of imported curtains, interior blinds, and valances in Lithuania was 6 427 thousand US dollars, down by 3.6% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 4.7%, with an average annual decline of 1.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 6 231 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 7.6%. The largest increase occurred in 2020, with a rise of 7.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Germany, and Latvia remained the key suppliers of curtains, interior blinds, and valances to Lithuania in value terms. Poland represented 43.0% of imports in value, Germany 14.7%, and Latvia 14.1%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 71.8% of total import value.

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

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