Engineered Stone Global Market Report 2026

Engineered stone refers to a composite slab composed of 90% crushed quartz bound together with a polymer resin, with the remaining 10% incorporating additional materials such as metals, mirrors, or colored glass for aesthetic appeal. Widely employed in applications where traditional slab stones such as marble or granite are used, engineered stone is particularly popular for kitchen and bathroom countertops.

The primary types of engineered stone products include tiles, blocks, and slabs. These products find versatile applications in various furnishing contexts, including kitchen worktops, flooring, raised flooring, internal and external cladding, vanity tops, and bathroom furnishings for both residential and large-scale commercial projects. Engineered stone is produced through cold-curing and hot-curing processes, and its applications span kitchen and bathroom countertops, flooring, facades, walls, and more.

Tariffs are impacting the engineered stone market by increasing costs of imported quartz raw materials, polymer resins, pigments, and manufacturing equipment used in slab and tile production. Countertop and interior construction markets in North America and Europe are most affected due to dependence on imported slabs, while Asia-Pacific faces export cost pressures. These tariffs are raising material prices and affecting supply chains. However, they are also encouraging local production facilities, regional sourcing of raw materials, and innovation in cost-efficient engineered stone manufacturing processes.

The engineered stone market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides engineered stone market statistics, including engineered stone industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a engineered stone market share, detailed engineered stone market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the engineered stone industry. This engineered stone market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The engineered stone market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $28.98 billion in 2025 to $30.32 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of residential construction activities, rising demand for modern kitchen and bathroom interiors, availability of engineered stone manufacturing technologies, growth in home renovation projects, increasing preference for uniform stone aesthetics.

The engineered stone market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $35.75 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for premium interior materials, rising investments in automated stone fabrication, expansion of commercial construction projects, growing focus on sustainable building materials, increasing adoption of engineered stone in global markets. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for quartz-based engineered stone surfaces, rising adoption of automated slab manufacturing lines, growing preference for low-porosity countertop materials, expansion of customizable design offerings, enhanced focus on product durability and consistency.

The high growth in the construction industry is indeed expected to propel the growth of the engineered stone market. Engineered stones are increasingly favored for a variety of applications in both residential and commercial construction, including kitchen countertops, floors, and facade tiles. Their desirable properties-such as being bacteria-resistant, scratch-resistant, and heat-resistant-make them a preferred choice for modern building projects. The surge in construction activities, particularly in the residential sector, is likely to boost the demand for engineered stones. For example, in February 2024, Eurostat reported that average annual building production in the EU and the euro area saw modest increases of 0.1% and 0.2% respectively compared to 2022. This trend reflects ongoing investment in construction and infrastructure, which will likely enhance the usage of engineered stones throughout the forecast period. Thus, the thriving construction industry is a significant driver for the engineered stone market's growth.

Major companies in the engineered stone market are increasingly embracing innovative materials like sintered stone to meet consumer demand for high-quality surfaces that blend aesthetic appeal, durability, and sustainability. Sintered engineered stone is notable for its unique manufacturing process, where natural raw materials such as quartz, clay, and feldspar are subjected to high temperatures and pressure, resulting in a strong and resilient material. For example, Smartstone Company's launch of its Sintered Collection in January 2024 highlights this trend. This range, made from all-natural materials, not only aligns with new federal regulations following the ban on certain engineered stones but also emphasizes high performance and aesthetic versatility. The collection features 24 stone-inspired surfaces with various finishes and edge profiles, catering to both indoor and outdoor applications. By focusing on sintered stone, companies can offer products that not only look great but also meet sustainability goals and regulatory standards, positioning themselves well in a competitive market where consumers are increasingly aware of both design and environmental impact. This strategic move supports a broader trend towards more responsible and innovative material choices in the construction and design industries.

In August 2024, Saint-Gobain, a France-based construction materials manufacturer, acquired CSR Limited for an enterprise value of approximately A$4.5 billion (about $2.95 billion). Through this acquisition, Saint-Gobain aimed to strengthen its position in the Asia-Pacific construction materials market and expand its portfolio in engineered surfaces and related building products, including engineered stone solutions, by leveraging CSR's established brands, manufacturing network, and regional customer base. CSR Limited is an Australia-based building products manufacturer specializing in engineered surfaces, construction materials, and building solutions for residential and commercial applications across Australia and New Zealand.

Major companies operating in the engineered stone market are LX Hausys Ltd, Cosentino S.A., Caesarstone Ltd, Vicostone JSC, Wilsonart LLC, Quarella Group Ltd, Quartzforms, Diresco, Santa Margherita Spa, Technistone A.S., Belenco, Quantra, Kalingastone, Johnson Marble & Quartz, Viva Quartz Stone, Guangzhou Hercules Quartz Stone Co. Ltd, Foshan Strong Quartz Co. Ltd, Shandong Lylongsen Material Co. Ltd, Yunfu Wayon Stone Co. Ltd, A.St.A. World-Wide

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the engineered stone market in 2025. The regions covered in the engineered stone market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the engineered stone market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The engineered stone market consists of sales of Caesarstone, dekton, quartz, and Silestone. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Engineered Stone Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses engineered stone market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
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• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Tiles And Blocks; Slabs
• 2) By Process: Cold Curing; Hot Curing
• 3) By Application: Countertops; Flooring; Wall; Facades; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Tiles And Blocks: Engineered Stone Tiles; Engineered Stone Blocks
• 2) By Slabs: Thin Slabs; Standard Thickness Slabs
• Companies Mentioned: LX Hausys Ltd; Cosentino S.A.; Caesarstone Ltd; Vicostone JSC; Wilsonart LLC; Quarella Group Ltd; Quartzforms; Diresco; Santa Margherita Spa; Technistone A.S.; Belenco; Quantra; Kalingastone; Johnson Marble & Quartz; Viva Quartz Stone; Guangzhou Hercules Quartz Stone Co. Ltd; Foshan Strong Quartz Co. Ltd; Shandong Lylongsen Material Co. Ltd; Yunfu Wayon Stone Co. Ltd; A.St.A. World-Wide
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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