Wooden Decking Market Size and Outlook 2031

Report Description

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 26.45 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	7.02%
Fastest Growing Segment	Pressure Treated Wood
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 39.74 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Wooden Decking Market will grow from USD 26.45 Billion in 2025 to USD 39.74 Billion by 2031 at a 7.02% CAGR. Wooden decking consists of load-bearing exterior flooring structures constructed from natural timber, such as pressure-treated softwood or durable hardwood, designed to extend residential living areas into the outdoor environment. The market is primarily supported by the enduring strength of the global residential construction sector and a fundamental consumer focus on enhancing property value through functional landscaping and renovation. These structural drivers provide a stable foundation for demand that supersedes temporary architectural design shifts or fleeting stylistic preferences.

One significant challenge impeding market expansion is the volatility of raw material supply, which creates pricing instability for manufacturers and installers. This constraint is currently evident in major timber-producing regions where output levels have fluctuated. According to Swedish Forest Industries, in 2024, the production of sawn softwood was projected to decrease by 4 percent, totaling approximately 17.1 million cubic meters. Such contractions in the availability of essential lumber materials highlight the difficulties the industry faces in meeting consistent global demand amidst resource limitations.

Key Market Drivers

The surge in residential renovation and remodeling activities, coupled with a growing demand for outdoor living spaces, serves as a primary catalyst for the global wooden decking market. Homeowners are increasingly extending interior living areas into the outdoor environment, transforming backyards into multifunctional spaces designed for recreation and social engagement. This trend is significantly influencing material choices and project scopes, as consumers prioritize durable and aesthetically pleasing structures to enhance property value and lifestyle quality. According to Houzz Inc., April 2025, in the '2025 U.S. Houzz & Home Study', decks were identified as the most common outdoor structure project, undertaken by 14 percent of renovating homeowners. This high prioritization of decking projects highlights the direct correlation between lifestyle-focused renovation trends and market performance.

The expansion of the residential construction sector further solidifies demand, providing a critical foundation for the industry through new housing starts and infrastructure development. As builders integrate outdoor amenities into standard property designs to attract buyers, the consumption of treated softwood and hardwood materials continues to rise. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, February 2025, residential construction spending in 2024 reached $917.9 billion, a 5.9 percent increase compared to the previous year. This growth in the broader construction landscape ensures a steady stream of installation opportunities for decking manufacturers and contractors. Indicative of this sustained activity in the global timber trade, according to the International Tropical Timber Organization, September 2025, in the 'Tropical Timber Market Report', imports of tropical hardwood plywood into the EU and UK region increased by 6 percent during the first five months of 2025.

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Key Market Challenges

The volatility of raw material supply constitutes a substantial barrier to the progress of the wooden decking sector. This instability in timber availability directly affects the manufacturing supply chain, creating unpredictability in pricing and inventory levels. When access to essential timber resources becomes inconsistent, manufacturers face increased production costs that are inevitably passed down to distributors and installers. This pricing turbulence makes it difficult for stakeholders to maintain competitive profit margins or provide long-term price guarantees to residential clients, thereby discouraging new project initiations and delaying ongoing construction activities.

These supply constraints are quantifiable in key production zones where output has failed to recover to previous levels, leading to a tighter global inventory. A reduction in timber yield directly correlates with an inability to satisfy the steady requirements of the residential construction market. According to the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry, in 2024, the total production of sawn softwood across its member countries was projected to decline by 1.6 percent. This contraction in material availability restricts the volume of finished decking products entering the market, ultimately slowing the overall expansion rate of the industry by limiting the physical supply of goods available for installation.

Key Market Trends

The Rising Adoption of Thermally Modified Timber is reshaping the market as builders seek durable, non-toxic alternatives to pressure-treated lumber. This process uses heat to alter the chemical structure of the wood, significantly enhancing dimensional stability and decay resistance without the environmental concerns associated with chemical preservatives. Manufacturers are consequently scaling capacity to meet this specific surge in specification for residential and commercial decking projects. According to EUWID Wood Products, April 2025, in the article 'Thermally-modified timber production up sharply in 2024', the production volume of thermally modified timber increased by 23.8 percent, reaching approximately 285,305 cubic meters in 2024. This substantial growth underscores the industry's pivot towards high-performance, chemical-free material solutions that align with modern longevity requirements.

Simultaneously, the Increasing Demand for FSC-Certified Sustainable Hardwoods is driving procurement strategies, particularly within the luxury decking segment where tropical species are prized for their aesthetics. Stakeholders are prioritizing materials that offer verified environmental stewardship to mitigate the reputational risks associated with illegal logging and deforestation. This trend effectively mandates chain-of-custody certification as a prerequisite for market entry in premium developments, ensuring that high-value timber is sourced from responsibly managed forests. According to the Forest Stewardship Council, October 2025, in the report 'FSC Latin America is gaining ground', nearly 18.5 million hectares of forest were certified under FSC standards in Latin America as of 2024. This expansive certification coverage facilitates the reliable supply of verified sustainable hardwoods necessary to satisfy the discerning requirements of the global architectural market.

Segmental Insights

According to recent industry analysis, the Pressure Treated Wood segment is identified as the fastest-growing category within the Global Wooden Decking Market. This rapid expansion is fundamentally driven by the material's superior cost-efficiency, which makes it a preferred choice for residential renovations and budget-conscious construction projects compared to expensive composite or hardwood alternatives. Furthermore, growth is supported by advancements in chemical preservation methods that have significantly enhanced the wood's resistance to fungal decay, moisture, and insect infestation. These functional improvements, combined with widespread availability and ease of installation, continue to accelerate the adoption of pressure-treated lumber across diverse geographical regions.

Regional Insights

North America maintains a dominant position in the global wooden decking market due to sustained investments in residential infrastructure and renovation projects. The region benefits from a cultural emphasis on outdoor living spaces, prompting homeowners to prioritize deck construction for property enhancement. This demand is supported by strict industry standards established by entities like the American Wood Protection Association, which ensure material durability and safety. Additionally, the widespread availability of pressure-treated lumber and a robust construction sector further consolidate North America’s status as the primary revenue generator in this global industry.

Recent Developments

In July 2025, Accsys Technologies announced a strategic distribution partnership with Hardwoods Specialty Products USLP to strengthen the availability of Accoya wood across North America. This collaboration was established to leverage the distributor’s extensive supply chain network, particularly in Western states such as California, Oregon, and Washington, to meet rising market demand. The partnership complemented the increased production capacity from the recently operational Accoya USA facility in Tennessee. By aligning with a major distributor, Accsys aimed to ensure faster delivery times and broader market access for its high-performance, acetylated wooden decking and cladding solutions.
In December 2024, Thermory USA addressed major regulatory shifts in the global timber market following the inclusion of Ipe and Cumaru species in Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). The company strategically positioned its Benchmark Ash product line as a reliable, sustainable alternative to these tropical hardwoods, which began facing stricter trade documentation and potential supply constraints. By promoting the durability and rot resistance of its thermally modified ash, Thermory offered architects and builders a high-performance solution that bypassed the emerging logistical complexities and ethical concerns associated with sourcing endangered tropical decking materials.
In November 2024, Oy Lunawood Ltd formed a significant joint venture with Atlanta Hardwood Corporation to establish Lunawood LLC, a new entity dedicated to serving the North American market. This collaboration involved plans to construct a manufacturing facility in Cleveland, Georgia, which would produce thermally modified timber using locally sourced hardwood species. This development marked a historic milestone as the first instance of a Finnish mechanical wood company establishing production capabilities within the United States. The joint venture was positioned to address the increasing demand for sustainable, chemical-free wooden decking and cladding products by combining Nordic expertise with local manufacturing resources.
In February 2024, UFP Industries announced a strategic restructuring of its customer-facing identity by phasing out the UFP Retail Solutions brand to establish an expanded ProWood business unit. This initiative was designed to streamline operations and provide a more holistic approach to serving builders and contractors in the decking and construction markets. By consolidating services under the ProWood banner, the company aimed to offer enhanced access to its treated lumber products alongside innovative solutions from its Deckorators and UFP-Edge lines. The move signified a renewed commitment to delivering science-based product innovations and comprehensive support to the wooden decking and building materials sector.

Key Market Players

Mohawk Industries, Inc.
UPM-Kymmene Corporation
Weyerhaeuser Company
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
Metsa Group
Setra Group
James Latham plc
Cox Industries Inc.
Humboldt Redwood Company

By Type	By Type of Construction	By Application	By End-User Sector	By Region
Pressure Treated Wood Redwood Cedar Wood and Others	New Decks on Existing Constructions Repairs & Remodelling and New Decks on New Houses	Building Material and Rails & Infrastructure	Residential and Non-Residential	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Wooden Decking Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Wooden Decking Market , By Type:

Pressure Treated Wood
Redwood
Cedar Wood and Others

Wooden Decking Market , By Type of Construction:

New Decks on Existing Constructions
Repairs & Remodelling and New Decks on New Houses

Wooden Decking Market , By Application:

Building Material and Rails & Infrastructure

Wooden Decking Market , By End-User Sector:

Residential and Non-Residential

Wooden Decking Market , By Region:

North America

United States
Canada
Mexico

Europe

France
United Kingdom
Italy
Germany
Spain

Asia Pacific

China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea

South America

Brazil
Argentina
Colombia

Middle East & Africa

South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Competitive Landscape

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Wooden Decking Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Type (Pressure Treated Wood, Redwood, Cedar Wood and Others)

5.2.2. By Type of Construction (New Decks on Existing Constructions, Repairs & Remodelling and New Decks on New Houses)

5.2.3. By Application (Building Material and Rails & Infrastructure)

5.2.4. By End-User Sector (Residential and Non-Residential)

5.2.5. By Region

5.2.6. By Company (2025)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Wooden Decking Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Type

6.2.2. By Type of Construction

6.2.3. By Application

6.2.4. By End-User Sector

6.2.5. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Wooden Decking Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Type

6.3.1.2.2. By Type of Construction

6.3.1.2.3. By Application

6.3.1.2.4. By End-User Sector

6.3.2. Canada Wooden Decking Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Type

6.3.2.2.2. By Type of Construction

6.3.2.2.3. By Application

6.3.2.2.4. By End-User Sector

6.3.3. Mexico Wooden Decking Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Type

6.3.3.2.2. By Type of Construction

6.3.3.2.3. By Application

6.3.3.2.4. By End-User Sector

7. Europe Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Type

7.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.2.3. By Application

7.2.4. By End-User Sector

7.2.5. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Type

7.3.1.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.3.1.2.3. By Application

7.3.1.2.4. By End-User Sector

7.3.2. France Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Type

7.3.2.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.3.2.2.3. By Application

7.3.2.2.4. By End-User Sector

7.3.3. United Kingdom Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Type

7.3.3.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.3.3.2.3. By Application

7.3.3.2.4. By End-User Sector

7.3.4. Italy Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Type

7.3.4.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.3.4.2.3. By Application

7.3.4.2.4. By End-User Sector

7.3.5. Spain Wooden Decking Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Type

7.3.5.2.2. By Type of Construction

7.3.5.2.3. By Application

7.3.5.2.4. By End-User Sector

8. Asia Pacific Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Type

8.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.2.3. By Application

8.2.4. By End-User Sector

8.2.5. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Type

8.3.1.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.3.1.2.3. By Application

8.3.1.2.4. By End-User Sector

8.3.2. India Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Type

8.3.2.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.3.2.2.3. By Application

8.3.2.2.4. By End-User Sector

8.3.3. Japan Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Type

8.3.3.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.3.3.2.3. By Application

8.3.3.2.4. By End-User Sector

8.3.4. South Korea Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Type

8.3.4.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.3.4.2.3. By Application

8.3.4.2.4. By End-User Sector

8.3.5. Australia Wooden Decking Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Type

8.3.5.2.2. By Type of Construction

8.3.5.2.3. By Application

8.3.5.2.4. By End-User Sector

9. Middle East & Africa Wooden Decking Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Type

9.2.2. By Type of Construction

9.2.3. By Application

9.2.4. By End-User Sector

9.2.5. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Wooden Decking Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Type

9.3.1.2.2. By Type of Construction

9.3.1.2.3. By Application

9.3.1.2.4. By End-User Sector

9.3.2. UAE Wooden Decking Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Type

9.3.2.2.2. By Type of Construction

9.3.2.2.3. By Application

9.3.2.2.4. By End-User Sector

9.3.3. South Africa Wooden Decking Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Type

9.3.3.2.2. By Type of Construction

9.3.3.2.3. By Application

9.3.3.2.4. By End-User Sector

10. South America Wooden Decking Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Type

10.2.2. By Type of Construction

10.2.3. By Application

10.2.4. By End-User Sector

10.2.5. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Wooden Decking Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Type

10.3.1.2.2. By Type of Construction

10.3.1.2.3. By Application

10.3.1.2.4. By End-User Sector

10.3.2. Colombia Wooden Decking Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Type

10.3.2.2.2. By Type of Construction

10.3.2.2.3. By Application

10.3.2.2.4. By End-User Sector

10.3.3. Argentina Wooden Decking Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Type

10.3.3.2.2. By Type of Construction

10.3.3.2.3. By Application

10.3.3.2.4. By End-User Sector

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Wooden Decking Market : SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Mohawk Industries, Inc.

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. UPM-Kymmene Corporation

15.3. Weyerhaeuser Company

15.4. West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.

15.5. Universal Forest Products, Inc.

15.6. Metsa Group

15.7. Setra Group

15.8. James Latham plc

15.9. Cox Industries Inc.

15.10. Humboldt Redwood Company

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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