As trends across the remodeling industry shift the interior swinging door market shows major growth. According to research from market.us, they expect an estimate of growth of around USD 1.5 Billion by 2034, from USD 1.0 Billion in 2024. This indicates growth a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2034. While some experts think that open concept layouts will be phased out in 2026, this opens opportunities for growth in the door market. “The growing preference for minimalist flush-panel swinging door designs is emerging as a key trend in the Interior…
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Despite lumber price drop construction materials price rises
Overall the price for construction materials rose month to month according to the producer price index (PPI) report. Coming from a backlog of information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) due to the government shutdown, only now is new information being released. In September, the consumer price index (CPI-U) showed a 3.0 percent year-over-year rise in the seasonally adjusted all-items. With lumber, a hot topic in turns of material price and trade, softwood lumber price index dipped this month while the soft plywood price index grew. Other construction materials…
Read MoreU.S. Lumber Coalition Responds to Mass. Governor Healey
The U.S. Lumber Coalition made a statement to Massachusetts Governor Healey on the claim that lumber imports cause housing pricing affordability issues. On Oct. 14, the additional 10% tariff on softwood lumber and timber imports took into effect. This increases the current tariffs on Canadian lumber to a total of 45%. Currently, up to 85% of all U.S. lumber imports hail from Canada. While some hardwood and lumber companies across the U.S asked for federal support because of the effect of tariffs on their businesses, the U.S. Lumber Coalition is in support of enforcement…
Read MoreLowe’s CEO predicts a home renovation boom in 2026
Lowe’s CEO, Marvin Ellison is reaping a 6% boost in the chain’s stock, he expects success to continue to 2026 with an upwards trend in renovations. In an interview with Yahoo Finance, the CEO described a perfect equation for renovation activity, “Americans have “significant equity” of an “average of $400,000 in equity per home,” said Ellison. “We expect homeowners to start, at some point, to tap into these … home equity lines of credit (HELOC) to start to finance larger, more discretionary home improvement projects, because they’re going to be…
Read MoreBuilding Material Prices Continued to Rise in September
Residential construction costs continued to climb in September, with overall building material prices rising at their fastest pace since early 2023. The Producer Price Index showed a 0.3% increase in final demand, driven largely by a sharp 3.5% rise in energy prices—the first energy increase in more than a year. Input prices for new residential construction rose 0.2% for the month and 3.1% year-over-year, with building materials up 3.5% from last year as inflation gradually accelerated throughout 2025. Some categories saw dramatic increases, including parts for construction machinery (+41%) and…
Read MoreSustainable and wood-based market to expand
The global facade materials market, exterior building materials, is increasing in demand fir sustainable and wood-based solutions. This is driving incredible growth expected throughout 2035. According to Future Market Insights (FMI), the market is valued at USD 272.0 billion in 2025. This is predicted to grow to USD 565.8 billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. Currently, wood dominates the market with 36.9% revenue share in 2025. It is applauded for its consistency throughout the market, natural appeal, renewability and engineered enhancements. While metal, glass,…
Read MoreHardwood companies seek relief from Trump tariffs
As the Trump administration pledges financial relief for soybean farmers following the government shutdown, Kentucky’s hardwood lumber industry is also seeking aid after years of struggle tied to international trade tensions. At GreenTree Forest Products in Wallingford, a small family-run sawmill that employs 90 people, business has slowed dramatically. Falling lumber prices, reduced demand from homebuilding and bourbon industries and volatile trade policies have all cut into profits. Since 2018, when China imposed 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. hardwoods, exports have plummeted, devastating mills that relied heavily on overseas buyers.…
Read MoreHow Renovation is Reshaping Residential Construction
The U.S. housing market is seeing a long-term shift toward remodeling as aging homes and high new-home prices make renovation the more practical option for many Americans. According to NAHB’s analysis of employment and establishment data, remodeling is no longer a short-term trend but a structural transformation in residential construction. The number of remodeling firms nearly doubled from under 69,000 in 2000 to over 128,000 in early 2025, now representing 56% of all residential building construction businesses. This growth reflects steady consumer demand for affordable improvements and builders’ strategic pivot…
Read MoreResidential Interior Wood Doors Market
The global residential interior wood doors market is set for steady growth over the next decade, increasing from USD 19.05 billion in 2025 to USD 26.87 billion by 2035 at a 3.5% CAGR. This expansion is being driven by advances in automation, digital design and sustainable material innovation, which are transforming how doors are produced and customized. Manufacturers are increasingly adopting CNC and robotic technologies to enhance precision, reduce waste and meet growing demand for personalized designs. The rise of digital design and customization platforms is also reshaping customer engagement…
Read MoreBuilding envelope market size
In 2024, the North America building envelope market size was valued at 35.24 billion. By 2034 growth is projected to reach 60.63 billion by 2034. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.58% from 2025 to 2034. High-performing envelopes are the most effective way to reduce the thermal needs of buildings.For both home builders and remodelers, building with high performance in mind is shifting from a luxury to a standard. Top products in the market include insulation materials, cladding systems and roofing systems. According to Precedence Research, “North…
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