유럽의 SPC 바닥재 : 시장 점유율 분석, 업계 동향 및 통계, 성장 예측(2026-2031년)

According to Mordor Intelligence, the europe stone plastic composite flooring market size is expected to increase from USD 4.32 billion in 2025 to USD 4.64 billion in 2026 and reach USD 6.58 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7.24% over 2026-2031.

This report is Segmented by Product Type (SPC Tiles, SPC Planks), Product Thickness (4. 0-5. 0 Mm, 5. 1-6. 0 Mm, 6. 1-6. 5 Mm, Above 6. 5 Mm), End User (Residential, Commercial), Distribution Channel (B2C/Retail, B2B/Contractors), and Geography (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, BENELUX, NORDICS, Rest of Europe). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

Europe Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) Flooring Market Trends and Insights

Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPDB) Recast and Renovation Wave, Fast Low-Disruption Flooring Demand

The EPBD recast requires member states to transpose updated energy performance rules and to adopt whole-life-cycle assessments for new buildings, which underscores the importance of materials that combine speed, carbon efficiency, and low operational disruption in retrofit work. SPC's rigid mineral core enables direct installation over many existing substrates, helping contractors compress schedules in occupied buildings and public facilities that must remain open. SPC volumes in France reached 13.9 million m2 in 2024, surpassing Germany for a second year as public programs and consumer preferences aligned with quick install solutions. Capital deployment within European manufacturing reinforces this direction, including Unilin's 2025 investment to accelerate production and surface customization for rigid formats that target renovation use cases. Nordic markets reinforce the connection between policy and product choice, with Denmark and Norway each exceeding 1 million m2 of SPC in 2024 alongside strong growth from a base of demanding public procurement standards. These conditions collectively channel budget and specifications toward the European SPC flooring market as agencies and building owners prioritize certified products that can be installed with minimal disruption.

SPC Share Gains Within MMF, Rigid Core Specification Shift

Within Europe's multilayer modular flooring (MMF) ecosystem, SPC expanded its share to 75% of the MMF category in 2024, up from 65% in 2023, as specifiers favored dimensional stability alongside wood- and stone-look versatility. The category shift correlated with declines in LVT click-through rate (CTR) and EPC as buyers converged on rigid cores that better withstand moisture variation and heavy traffic. Markets such as Italy and Poland posted strong 2024 increases in polymer products, reflecting consumer and institutional projects that prefer waterproof, scratch-resistant surfaces in refurbishments. The publication of an SPC EPD by MMFA in March 2025 provides members with a standardized way to communicate environmental performance to public buyers, supporting bid compliance and documentation in tenders that require verified life-cycle data. Spain's 2024 rebound highlighted hospitality and mixed-use projects that favor rigid-core tile looks for faster room turns and coordinated maintenance in high-traffic spaces. This set of choices continues to move specifications toward SPC, supporting volume growth in the European SPC flooring market even as new-build cycles soften.

PFAS-Related Topcoat Reformulation Risks

The EU REACH PFAS restriction creates uncertainty for coatings and auxiliaries used in high-performance surface treatments, prompting suppliers to validate alternative chemistries early. Many brands have highlighted low-emission, durable finishes that meet intensive-use standards without relying on problematic additives, and this trend continues as the ECHA PFAS proposal evolves. Procurement criteria in public projects typically reward documentation and third-party testing, incentivizing companies to align coating systems with anticipated restrictions. This can add time and cost to product development as suppliers test EN 13329 wear testing alongside emissions outcomes to maintain specifications. As brands move their ranges toward PFAS-free products, the transition period may shift launch calendars and assortment decisions for premium lines in the European SPC flooring market.

Other drivers and restraints analyzed in the detailed report include:

1. Phthalate Free Rigid LVT/SPC, VOC Rules Speed Substitution
2. EU Circularity Programs, EPR, and Ecolabels Accelerate Recycled Content Use
3. Construction Slowdown and Raw Material Volatility

For complete list of drivers and restraints, kindly check the Table Of Contents.

Segment Analysis

SPC planks held 69.50% of Europe's SPC flooring market share in 2025, reflecting consumer preference for wood look visuals and installers' need for fast, floating systems in renovation projects. The European SPC flooring market benefits from this format's ability to bridge the DIY and professional channels by using the same core sizes and wear layers, simplifying inventory and shortening installation time on occupied sites. Click profiles and integrated underlays help reduce noise transmission, which remains important in multi-family buildings and top-floor conversions. The European SPC flooring market also sees value in product lines that pair robust wear layers with embossed-in-register textures to improve realism in living spaces and retail zones. This combination of speed, aesthetics, and day-two maintenance advantages makes planks the default choice in residential upgrades and a mainstay in light commercial programs.

SPC tiles are projected to grow at a 7.40% CAGR to 2031 as hospitality, healthcare, and mixed-use refurbishments prioritize large-format stone looks and slip-resistant finishes that maintain uptime. The European SPC flooring market size for tile formats is expected to expand alongside region-specific launches that tailor formats, thicknesses, and finishes for public projects and hotel rooms. Tile layouts can reduce waste in square rooms and open areas, and glue-down installation in corridors or lobbies can enhance point load resilience where trolleys or gurneys are common. New assortments for Southern Europe, including Elegance Rigid 55, introduced for Greece, show how brands position mineral core tiles for heavy residential and moderate commercial applications with clear performance ratings. As public procurement emphasizes certified materials and predictable maintenance, tile designs will steadily capture a larger slice of the European SPC flooring market in projects that benefit from stone aesthetic continuity and robust cleanability.

The 5.1-6.0 mm band captured a 33.60% share in 2025, anchoring the volume center of the category by balancing cost, weight, and performance for everyday use. This range serves mid-tier residential and light commercial environments where floating installation and integrated underlay offer a straightforward path to comfort and sound control. Company assortments in this zone often highlight formaldehyde-free and low-emission claims, as well as Class 23 or 31 ratings that broaden placement options across rooms. Examples on the market include budget-oriented rigid core lines that promote click ease, durability, and compatibility with standard underfloor heating systems for modern apartments. The European SPC flooring market relies on this sweet spot to deliver consistent throughput across both specialty retail and trade accounts.

Formats above 6.5 mm are projected to grow at a 7.85% CAGR through 2031 as specifiers in luxury residential and premium commercial segments seek greater underfoot solidity and improved impact sound performance. The European SPC flooring market size for these thicker profiles will scale with projects that emphasize acoustic upgrades and dent resistance under rolling loads. Retail offerings demonstrate how added core density and integrated insulation help meet Class 23 and 34 use ratings while preserving click install convenience in intensive spaces. France's EPR eco-modulation framework further favors designs that withstand disassembly and reinstallation without damage to locking profiles, thereby strengthening the case for robust cores in circular models. Over the forecast, thicker formats will continue to gain penetration in rooms where premium acoustics and durability carry more weight than cost per square meter.

Complete Report Scope:

• By Product Type
  • SPC Tiles
  • SPC Planks
• By Product Thickness
  • 4.0-5.0 mm
  • 5.1-6.0 mm
  • 6.1-6.5 mm
  • Above 6.5 mm
• By Installation Method
  • Self-Adhesive
  • Glue-Down
  • Interlocking/Click-lock
  • Others
• By End User
  • Residential
  • Commercial
• By Distribution Channel
  • B2C/Retail
    • Home Centers
    • Specialty Flooring Stores
    • Online
    • Local Hardware Shops (unorganized market)
    • Other Distribution Channels
  • B2B/Contractors/Builders
• By Geography
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • BENELUX
  • NORDICS
  • Rest of Europe

List of Companies Covered in this Report:

1. Mohawk Industries (Unilin/Quick-Step
2. IVC/Moduleo)
3. Tarkett
4. Gerflor
5. Beaulieu International Group (BerryAlloc)
6. James Halstead plc (Polyflor)
7. Karndean Designflooring
8. CFL Flooring (FirmFit, NovoCore)
9. Kahrs Group
10. Kronospan
11. Parador
12. Decora S.A. (Arbiton, Afirmax)
13. Amtico (Mannington)
14. COREtec (USFloors Europe/Shaw)
15. Moduleo (Unilin Flooring)
16. Quick-Step (Unilin/Mohawk)
17. BerryAlloc (Beaulieu International Group)
18. Polyflor (James Halstead)
19. Windmoller (wineo)
20. Novalis International
21. PROJECT FLOORS GmbH

Additional Benefits:

• The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
• 3 months of analyst support

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Introduction

2 Research Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Market Landscape

• 4.1 Market Overview
• 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.2.1 Energy Performance of Buildings Directive recast and Renovation Wave accelerate residential and public building retrofits (demand pull for fast, low-disruption flooring)
  • 4.2.2 SPC's rising share within multilayer modular flooring (MMF) channels shifts specifications toward rigid core designs
  • 4.2.3 Low-VOC and phthalate restrictions drive phthalate-free rigid LVT/SPC adoption
  • 4.2.4 Brand and EU circularity programs (VinylPlus, EU Ecolabel/CPR/ESPR) reward recycled content and traceability
  • 4.2.5 REACH diisocyanates training nudges installers from glue-down to click rigid-core systems
  • 4.2.6 Under-the-radar: France PMCB EPR eco-modulation (bonuses/penalties) favors recyclable, detachable, take-back-ready SPC
• 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.3.1 Broad PFAS restriction proposals could affect topcoats/auxiliaries, raising reformulation risk
  • 4.3.2 Construction slowdown and logistics/raw-material cost swings pressure demand and margins
  • 4.3.3 France PMCB EPR eco-contributions increase producer/importer compliance costs
  • 4.3.4 EU fire classification (Bfl-s1/s1 smoke) plus acoustic layers add testing/CE-mark costs
• 4.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis
• 4.5 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
  • 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • 4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • 4.5.4 Threat of Substitutes
  • 4.5.5 Competitive Rivalry
• 4.6 Insights into the Latest Trends and Innovations in the Industry
• 4.7 Insights on Recent Developments (New Product Launches, Strategic Initiatives, Investments, Partnerships, JVs, Expansion, M&As, etc.) in the Industry

5 Market Size & Growth Forecasts (Value in USD Billion)

• 5.1 By Product Type
  • 5.1.1 SPC Tiles
  • 5.1.2 SPC Planks
• 5.2 By Product Thickness
  • 5.2.1 4.0-5.0 mm
  • 5.2.2 5.1-6.0 mm
  • 5.2.3 6.1-6.5 mm
  • 5.2.4 Above 6.5 mm
• 5.3 By Installation Method
  • 5.3.1 Self-Adhesive
  • 5.3.2 Glue-Down
  • 5.3.3 Interlocking/Click-lock
  • 5.3.4 Others
• 5.4 By End User
  • 5.4.1 Residential
  • 5.4.2 Commercial
• 5.5 By Distribution Channel
  • 5.5.1 B2C/Retail
    • 5.5.1.1 Home Centers
    • 5.5.1.2 Specialty Flooring Stores
    • 5.5.1.3 Online
    • 5.5.1.4 Local Hardware Shops (unorganized market)
    • 5.5.1.5 Other Distribution Channels
  • 5.5.2 B2B/Contractors/Builders
• 5.6 By Geography
  • 5.6.1 United Kingdom
  • 5.6.2 Germany
  • 5.6.3 France
  • 5.6.4 Spain
  • 5.6.5 Italy
  • 5.6.6 BENELUX
  • 5.6.7 NORDICS
  • 5.6.8 Rest of Europe

6 Competitive Landscape

• 6.1 Market Concentration
• 6.2 Strategic Moves
• 6.3 Market Share Analysis
• 6.4 Company Profiles {(includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products & Services, and Recent Developments)}
  • 6.4.1 Mohawk Industries (Unilin/Quick-Step; IVC/Moduleo)
  • 6.4.2 Tarkett
  • 6.4.3 Gerflor
  • 6.4.4 Beaulieu International Group (BerryAlloc)
  • 6.4.5 James Halstead plc (Polyflor)
  • 6.4.6 Karndean Designflooring
  • 6.4.7 CFL Flooring (FirmFit, NovoCore)
  • 6.4.8 Kahrs Group
  • 6.4.9 Kronospan
  • 6.4.10 Parador
  • 6.4.11 Decora S.A. (Arbiton, Afirmax)
  • 6.4.12 Amtico (Mannington)
  • 6.4.13 COREtec (USFloors Europe/Shaw)
  • 6.4.14 Moduleo (Unilin Flooring)
  • 6.4.15 Quick-Step (Unilin/Mohawk)
  • 6.4.16 BerryAlloc (Beaulieu International Group)
  • 6.4.17 Polyflor (James Halstead)
  • 6.4.18 Windmoller (wineo)
  • 6.4.19 Novalis International
  • 6.4.20 PROJECT FLOORS GmbH

7 Market Opportunities & Future Outlook

• 7.1 Retrofit-in-a-day SPC packages: click SPC with integrated acoustic underlay and doorway transition systems to minimize downtime for EPBD-driven renovations
• 7.2 Low-embodied-carbon, PFAS-free SPC with verified EPD/DPP to win green public procurement and healthcare/education tenders