Dry Construction Market Report 2026

The dry construction market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $75.8 billion in 2025 to $78.38 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of lightweight materials, rising demand for faster construction methods, expansion of commercial building projects, greater awareness of moisture-resistant construction solutions, growing preference for modular interior systems.

The dry construction market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $88.99 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in sustainable building practices, rising integration of prefabricated dry construction systems, increasing adoption of insulated and acoustic panels, expansion of residential renovation activities, advancements in engineered dry construction materials. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of lightweight construction materials, increased use of pre-engineered and modular systems, rising demand for moisture-resistant and fire-safe boards, expansion of drywall applications across residential and commercial spaces, advancements in acoustic and insulated board technologies.

The rising demand for green buildings is expected to drive the growth of the dry construction market in the coming years. Green buildings are structures that are designed, built, and operated to reduce environmental impact through energy efficiency, resource conservation, and sustainable construction practices. The increasing demand for green buildings is largely driven by strengthening government regulations and climate commitments, as cities and states enforce stricter building codes and require energy-efficient construction to achieve emission reduction goals. Buildings that incorporate sustainable materials and energy-efficient features depend on advanced dry construction techniques that offer improved insulation, faster installation, and reduced material waste. For example, in May 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a federal agency responsible for environmental protection, reported that the number of commercial buildings earning ENERGY STAR certification increased from more than 7,000 in 2022 to over 8,800 in 2023, representing a rise of approximately 1,800 certified buildings. Therefore, the growing demand for green buildings is fueling the expansion of the dry construction market.

Major companies operating in the construction market are focusing on developing advanced solutions such as 3D printing technology to improve construction efficiency, sustainability, and design flexibility. 3D printing technology is an additive manufacturing process that constructs walls, floors, and roofs layer by layer using advanced materials, reducing waste, accelerating construction timelines, and enabling complex and customized architectural designs. For instance, in August 2023, MENSE KORTE, a Germany-based construction company, utilized a 3D printer to build Europe's largest 3D-printed structure in the city of Heidelberg. The project involves a tiny house for bikers, constructed using cement-free concrete to lower CO₂ emissions. This innovative development demonstrates the potential of 3D printing in the construction sector, particularly in terms of sustainability and architectural flexibility. The tiny house is located near a biker railway in Beckum and features an outward-curving elliptical façade, a design made possible through 3D printing. The cement-free 3D dry mortar used in the project, MC-PowerPrint GeCO₂, supports a substantial reduction in CO₂ emissions compared with conventional cement-based mortar products.

In September 2023, Summit Materials, a US-based integrated materials company that provides aggregates, cement, and ready-mix concrete to construction firms and projects, acquired Argos USA for approximately $3.2 billion. The acquisition was intended to establish a leading building materials platform with nationwide scale in the United States. Additionally, the transaction is expected to support Summit in expanding its geographic presence and addressing the growing demand for dry construction materials from home builders and infrastructure developers. Argos USA is a U.S.-based producer and supplier of cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and related building materials.

Major companies operating in the dry construction market are Saint Gobain SA, Etex Group Ltd., Fletcher Building Limited, USG Boral Pvt. Ltd., Knauf AG, Panel Rey SA, PABCO Building Products LLC, Armstrong World Industries Inc., Georgia pacisific LLC, Beijing New Building Materials Public Limited, 3G Drywall LLC, Cano Estructuras, Knauf Gips KG, USG Corporation, Boral Limited, National Gypsum Company, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., James Hardie Industries plc, Continental Building Products Inc., CertainTeed Corporation, LafargeHolcim Ltd., Paneltech Systems Ltd., Pennar Industries Limited, Rondo Building Services Pty Ltd., Siniat Ltd., VANS Gypsum Pvt. Ltd., Winstone Wallboards Limited, Zhejiang Yulong Building Materials Co. Ltd., China National Building Material Company Limited, Etex Building Performance NV.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the dry construction market by increasing the cost of imported raw materials such as metal studs, gypsum boards, insulated panels, and engineered frames, resulting in higher production and installation expenses. These impacts are most significant across metal frameworks, plasterboard segments, and large-scale non-residential projects, especially in regions heavily dependent on material imports such as Asia-Pacific and Europe. Despite cost pressures, tariffs have also encouraged local manufacturing capacity, strengthened domestic supply chains, and supported innovation in alternative lightweight construction materials.

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Dry construction refers to the use of lightweight materials, structures, and systems created based on the principle of lightweight construction. The primary objectives of dry construction are to reduce water usage, minimize construction time, enhance moisture resistance, improve fire safety, and decrease the environmental impact of real estate projects.

The key types of dry construction include supporting frameworks and boarding. Supporting frameworks serve as the structural backbone in dry construction, consisting of beams (rafters, posts, struts) arranged to form a right-angle structure that supports roofs, bridges, or other constructions. Dry construction materials encompass plasterboard, wood, metal, and plastic. These materials are utilized in various systems, including ceiling systems, wall systems, and flooring systems, designed for applications in both residential and non-residential settings.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the dry construction market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the dry construction market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the dry construction market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the dry construction market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The dry construction market includes revenues earned by entities by dry construction using materials including timber, metal (steel), and precast reinforced concrete. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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