Natural stone setts, curbstones and flagstones market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2023, the Czech market for natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones experienced fluctuations in physical volume, declining from 68 688 t in 2018 to a low of 53 782 t in 2020 before recovering to 66 446 t in 2021. Market value followed a different path, dropping from $5.9 million in 2018 to $3.7 million in 2020, then rising sharply to a peak of $7.6 million in 2022, indicating a shift towards higher-value products.

In 2024, the market's physical volume contracted sharply to 18 769 t, yet its value remained robust at $6.7 million. This divergence was driven by evolving consumer preferences towards premium, durable offerings. Large-format outdoor slabs, favored for their easy installation and resilience to Czech climatic conditions, gained ground. Concurrently, growing demand for eco-friendly finishes made from natural and recycled materials supported higher average prices.

Trends observed in 2024 continued into 2025, with a strong focus on natural materials, large-format tiles in earthy tones, and durable stone curbs. The market saw an expansion of product segments, including tiles with wood-effect finishes and modern terrazzo, broadening the assortment. These developments, influenced by adjacent sectors like garden architecture, are steering the market towards more specialized and value-intensive products.

Production natural stone setts, curbstones and flagstones in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Production of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones in Czechia increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 6 897 K $ US, marking a notable 14.3% year-over-year improvement. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 6.1%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 5 881 K $ US, which also saw the largest decline of 19.9%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Czechia produced 70 461 tonnes of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones, representing a slight drop of 2.1% from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 16.6%, with a CAGR of 5.9%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 69 167 tonnes, which experienced the largest decline of 18.1%. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2020, with a rise of 4.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports natural stone setts, curbstones and flagstones from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Czechia's exports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 54 526 tonnes, reflecting an uptick of 10.9% compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 5.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 1.7%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 42 530 tonnes, which saw the largest decline of 25.9%. The largest increase was in 2020, with a rise of 15.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany and Slovakia were the primary destinations for Czechia's exports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones in volume terms, while other markets played a less significant role individually.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Exports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones from Czechia increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports were valued at 6 338 K $ US, showing a substantial increase of 15.2% compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 5.4%, with an annualized rate of 1.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 4 592 K $ US, which experienced the largest decline of 23.7%. The largest increase occurred in 2020, with a rise of 19.9%.

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

During 2018–2021, Germany and Slovakia remained the key destinations for Czechia's exports in value terms, jointly accounting for 83.4% of total flows, while other partners were much less significant individually.

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

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

Imports natural stone setts, curbstones and flagstones to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year decrease, imports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones into Czechia increased. In 2021, imports totaled 50 511 tonnes, amounting to an abrupt gain of 63.1% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 21.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.6%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2020 at 30 962 tonnes, which saw the largest decline of 16.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Poland effectively concentrated imports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones into Czechia in volume terms, with a share of 94.9% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized the market behavior during these years. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 3 202 K $ US, while the highest occurred in 2021, with a peak-to-trough ratio of 1.8 times. In 2021, imports of natural stone setts, curbstones, and flagstones into Czechia came to 5 727 K $ US, marking an increase of 78.8% relative to the prior year. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 27.4%.

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

Throughout 2018–2021, Poland dominated the partner structure for imports in value terms, with a share of 88.0% of total flows; other markets had comparatively modest shares.

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

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