Luminous Paint Market Report 2026

The luminous paint market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $16.73 billion in 2025 to $18.32 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to demand for safety signage in public infrastructure, use in military and defense applications, adoption in transportation facilities, popularity of decorative novelty paints, established phosphorescent pigment technologies.

The luminous paint market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $24.97 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in smart city infrastructure projects, rising safety regulations in public spaces, expansion of emergency evacuation systems, innovation in long lasting phosphorescent materials, increasing demand for energy free lighting solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include growing use of luminous paints in emergency signage, increasing adoption in transportation safety applications, rising demand for decorative glow in the dark coatings, expansion of luminous paints in smart infrastructure, higher usage in defense and industrial safety markings.

The increasing demand for commercial building infrastructure projects is expected to propel the growth of the luminous paint market going forward. Commercial building infrastructure projects involve large-scale construction efforts to develop, renovate, or expand office buildings, retail centers, hotels, and mixed-use developments. These projects are rising due to growing urbanization, the need for modern workspaces, technological advancements requiring upgraded building systems, and a strong focus on sustainability that encourages energy-efficient renovations and enhancements. Luminous paints support these developments by improving safety and visual appeal through illuminated signage, emergency pathway markings, and decorative elements that aid in wayfinding and branding. For instance, in June 2023, according to the Quarterly Construction Inquiry published by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency, the overall construction industry grew by 6.5% from Q1 2022 to Q1 2023, with the housing sector rising by 11.1% and the infrastructure subsector by 3.7%. Therefore, the increasing demand for infrastructure projects in commercial buildings is driving the luminous paint market.

Major companies in the luminous paint market are focusing on technological advancements such as water-based photoluminescent coatings designed for long-duration glow and eco-friendly applications. A photoluminescent coating uses phosphor pigments that absorb light from sunlight, LEDs, or UV sources and then slowly re-emit it in the dark - similar to glow-in-the-dark materials. This provides extended illumination, energy-free visibility, and versatile decorative and safety applications. For example, in 2023, LuminoKrom, a France-based specialty coatings manufacturer, introduced a water-based photoluminescent paint capable of emitting visible light for up to 10 hours after exposure. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor uses, including roads, pedestrian crossings, and decorative walls, and offers an eco-friendly, non-toxic alternative to traditional paints while improving safety and aesthetic appeal.

In August 2023, Akzo Nobel N.V., a Netherlands-based paint and coatings manufacturer, acquired Sherwin-Williams’ Chinese decorative paints business for $109 million. This acquisition strengthens AkzoNobel’s market presence in China, supports broader market segmentation, and enhances its position beyond the premium segment. Sherwin-Williams is a US-based company that manufactures photoluminescent paints.

Major companies operating in the luminous paint market are Rust-Oleum Corporation, Rosco Laboratories, DayGlo Color Corp., Tec Star LLC, Star Nail International LLC, Teal and Mackrill, ADS Group, Glow Inc., GloTech International, Glow Tec UK Ltd., PUFFDINO Trade Co. Ltd., Art 'N Glow LLC, EverGlow NA Inc., Glow Products Canada Inc., Glow-Mania LLC, Glowway Oy, Jolie Paint LLC, Lumilor LLC, Luminova Corporation, Noxton Company, SolarColorDust LLC, Wildfire Lighting.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the luminous paint market in 2025, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the luminous paint market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the luminous paint market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The luminous paint market consists of sales of photoluminescent, ultraviolet reactive, and thermochromic paints. 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.

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