In 2023, the UK imported 1.6456 million square meters of linoleum and hard non-plastic surface floor coverings. The forecast shows a continuous decline from 2024 to 2028, with imports expected to decrease year-on-year by approximately 1.9% to 2.0%. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is anticipated to be around -1.9%.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable materials, regulatory changes affecting flooring imports, and technological advancements in manufacturing that could impact demand and market dynamics.