Tufted textile floor coverings market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market for tufted textile floor coverings in the Netherlands expanded in volume from 40.3 million m² to 54.2 million m². During this period, energy-intensive production contributed to cost pressures, yet consumer demand remained resilient as flooring was often viewed as a long-term investment. A concurrent trend toward sustainable and high-quality floor coverings emerged, with polyamide 6.6 nylon gaining popularity for its durability and aesthetic appeal, helping to maintain interest in textile options.

Market volume jumped sharply to 76.1 million m² in 2021, a 40% rise from the previous year. This surge aligned with growing consumer emphasis on comfort and environmental responsibility, where carpets were valued for noise reduction and underfoot comfort. From 2022 onward, sustainability became an even stronger driver, with new product lines like 'MyHome & Business 2025' addressing needs for low-emission materials and compatibility with underfloor heating, while custom rugs and innovative textile products expanded the market's segments.

Supplier diversity, with players such as Balsan actively pursuing quality standards, and a focus on acoustic benefits and indoor air quality, supported the market's evolution throughout the 2018-2025 period, reflecting ongoing innovation to meet demands for comfortable and eco-friendly flooring.

Production tufted textile floor coverings in the Netherlands

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Following two consecutive years of decline, the Netherlands' production of tufted textile floor coverings rebounded in 2021. Output reached 1 082 million US dollars, marking a 17.0% increase compared to the previous year. The lowest production value was recorded in 2020 at 925 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 12.3%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, M m²

In 2021, the Netherlands produced 180.6 million square meters of tufted textile floor coverings, representing a 13.7% rise from the year before. Over the 2018-2021 period, production grew by 16.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.2%. The most significant drop occurred in 2020, when production fell by 5.0%.

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

Exports tufted textile floor coverings from the Netherlands

Exports in kind, M m²

After two years of contraction, exports of tufted textile floor coverings from the Netherlands recovered in 2021. The country exported 134.5 million square meters, a 9.7% increase over the previous year. However, from 2018 to 2021, overall exports declined by 6.3%, translating to an annualized decrease of 2.2%. The lowest export volume was in 2020 at 122.6 million square meters, which also experienced the sharpest fall of 13.4%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland were the leading markets for the Netherlands' tufted textile floor coverings exports in volume terms. The United Kingdom accounted for 36.7% of exports, Germany for 17.0%, and Poland for 7.1%. Together, these three countries represented 60.8% of total export flows.

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 a two-year downturn, the value of tufted textile floor coverings exports from the Netherlands rose in 2021. Export volume reached 1 006 million US dollars, a robust 16.6% improvement compared to the prior year. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 863 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 7.2% drop.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France were the primary destinations for the Netherlands' tufted textile floor coverings exports in value terms. The United Kingdom held a 29.7% share, Germany 17.0%, and France 6.4%. Collectively, these markets made up 53.1% 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 tufted textile floor coverings to the Netherlands

Imports in kind, M m²

After two years of decline, the volume of tufted textile floor coverings imported by the Netherlands surged in 2021. Imports totaled 30.0 million square meters, a substantial 66.7% increase from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports grew by 4.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%. The lowest import volume was in 2020 at 18.0 million square meters, which also saw the most significant decrease of 22.3%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Belgium, China, and Germany were the main suppliers of tufted textile floor coverings to the Netherlands in volume terms. Belgium contributed 50.9% of imports, China 15.5%, and Germany 7.5%. Together, these three countries accounted for 73.9% 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 decline, the Netherlands' imports of tufted textile floor coverings in value terms rebounded strongly in 2021. Import volume reached 272 million US dollars, reflecting a steep 52.2% increase over the past year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 22.4%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 7.0%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 179 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with an 11.5% drop.

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

In the 2018-2021 period, Belgium, China, and the United Kingdom were the principal sources for the Netherlands' tufted textile floor coverings imports in value terms. Belgium accounted for 57.1% of imports, China for 8.0%, and the United Kingdom for 7.8%. These three countries jointly represented 72.9% 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