Wood windows and frames market in Norway, 2026

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2022, the Norwegian wood windows and frames market experienced a moderate dip in 2019 followed by steady growth, peaking at 542.7 million US dollars in 2021. This sharp 17% increase was primarily driven by tightened energy efficiency requirements, spurred by high electricity prices, which encouraged consumers to replace old windows with new, more efficient models. The launch of NorDan's GreenTech initiative the same year further supported this expansion by offering eco-friendly solutions that aligned with rising demand for sustainable products.

Technological innovation and design trends significantly shaped the market. In 2019, NorDan introduced 3D-printed windows, showcasing advanced manufacturing potential. Concurrently, consumer preferences shifted towards larger windows, minimalist design, and customized solutions, while the integration of smart technology became more common from 2021 onward. These trends maintained steady demand, particularly within the broader focus on energy efficiency and indoor comfort.

Market consolidation through a series of NorDan acquisitions, including Venta Windows UAB in 2018 and STM Vinduer AS in 2020, strengthened the company's position in the Nordic region. Regulatory updates, such as new standards for glue joints, welding, and PVC profiles implemented between 2022 and 2024, aimed at ensuring higher product quality. Additionally, the trend toward aluminum-clad wood windows gained momentum, offering improved durability and reduced maintenance for Norwegian climatic conditions.

Production wood windows and frames in Norway

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

After two years of decline, Norway's production of wood windows and frames rebounded. In 2021, output reached 467.0 million US dollars, marking a 14.5% increase from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, production grew by 10.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.5%. The lowest point was in 2020 at 407.8 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 at 2.5%.

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

Exports wood windows and frames from Norway

Exports in kind, t

Norway's exports of wood windows and frames declined for the second year in a row. In 2021, exports totaled 1 323 tonnes, down 21.3% from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, exports fell by 33.5%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 12.7%. The peak was in 2019 at 2 044 tonnes, with the largest increase that year at 2.8%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, three key markets—Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Poland—accounted for 76.4% of Norway's total wood windows and frames exports in volume terms.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Norway's wood windows and frames exports in value terms declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports amounted to 10 269 thousand US dollars, showing a sharp 15.8% drop year-over-year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports decreased by 36.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, the United Kingdom (38.7% of export value), Sweden (31.6%), and Poland (8.5%) were the top buyers of wood windows and frames from Norway, together making up 78.8% of total export value.

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

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

Imports wood windows and frames to Norway

Imports in kind, t

Norway's imports of wood windows and frames increased for the third year in a row. In 2021, imports reached approximately 12 645 tonnes, up 2.0% from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 14.6%, equating to an annualized rate of 4.7%.

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

During 2018-2021, Poland (46.8% of import volume), Sweden (16.9%), and Lithuania (13.9%) dominated Norway's wood windows and frames imports in kind, collectively representing 77.6% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Norway's imports of wood windows and frames in value terms grew for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports registered 85 951 thousand US dollars, a 25.3% increase from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports increased by 33.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.2%. The lowest value was in 2019 at 63 562 thousand US dollars, while the largest decline that year was 1.0%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Poland (43.6% of import value), Denmark (16.4%), and Sweden (16.2%) were the primary sources for Norway's wood windows and frames imports in value terms, together accounting for 76.1% of total flows.

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

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