Abstract
US demand to post doubledigit gains through 2011
Demand for wood-plastic composite and plastic lumber is projected to advance
about ten percent per year through 2011 to $5.4 billion. These alternative
lumber materials are expected to continue to penetrate the building materials
market at a rapid pace, particularly in decking applications. Composite and
plastic lumber will continue to benefit from their performance
characteristics, such as durability, weatherability, low maintenance
requirements and low life cycle cost. Demand for composite and plastic lumber
will also be driven by increasing consumer and contractor familiarity, a
widening distribution network, and product improvements that enhance
appearance. Furthermore, ongoing interest in "green" building products will
bolster use of composite and plastic lumber made with recycled content.
Plastic lumber has found significant use in agricultural fencing and molding
and trim applications. Solid growth in decking, fencing and other end uses
such as site and leisure furniture will continue to support demand going
forward. However, wood-plastic composite lumber will see much faster growth
through 2011, posting gains of 14.3 percent annually to reach $2.6 billion.
Composite lumber demand will be fueled by strong demand for the material in
decking applications. In addition, rapid growth in windows and door
applications, as well as smaller niche end uses (e.g., porches, site and
leisure furniture) will support demand going forward.
Study coverage
It presents historical demand data (1996, 2001 and 2006) plus forecasts for
2011 and 2016 by material, application and market. This study also considers
US market environment factors, evaluates market share and profiles 33
competitors.
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