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Construction Adhesive Market on the Rise: Growing Demand Across Residential, Commercial, and Infrastructure Applications

Seven years ago, the global construction adhesives market was valued at USD 9.1 billion. Since then, it has been progressing steadily and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% through the end of 2025.

According to the market research report titled “Construction Adhesive Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report, By Resin Type (Acrylic, Polyurethanes, Epoxy), By Technology, By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2020–2025”, compiled by Grand View Research, increased consumption of adhesive products in flooring applications across buildings is anticipated to fuel further market expansion.

Material Consumption Set to Rise

Adhesives are commonly used in construction for waterproofing, roofing, cladding, and insulation applications. Infrastructure development, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, has significantly boosted the construction sector, driven by overall advancements in building design and technology. As a result, demand for construction materials in both residential and commercial segments is expected to grow.

In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in the use of wood—a renewable construction material—in various building projects. Advanced adhesive technologies have made it possible to construct safe, durable homes using wood. These traditional materials are especially popular in countries like the United States and the Scandinavian region.

The popularity of wood in construction is rising rapidly. Load-bearing structures composed of multiple layers of timber can be bonded using adhesives. This technique allows for the construction of structures of various lengths that can withstand significant pressure. Additionally, curved structures can be built by laminating wood with suitable adhesives.

Civil Construction: A Key Market for Adhesives

Flooring in airports, residential buildings, and hospitals requires a wide range of adhesive products. Demand varies depending on the application due to different loads and flooring requirements. For instance, airport flooring must support heavy baggage, passenger traffic, and service vehicles, while hospital flooring must often be conductive—especially in ICUs and operating rooms.

Higher income levels have driven consumer interest in advanced architecture and home décor. The growing popularity of stylish interior finishes, such as wallpaper, has increased the demand for wall adhesives. The availability of various textures and patterns in wallpapers is expected to create numerous opportunities for market players.

Acrylic Segment Leading Market Growth

By volume, the acrylic adhesives segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7%, largely due to its widespread adoption in construction applications. The construction industry favors acrylic adhesives for their excellent water resistance, high impact strength, and superior bonding properties. In fact, the acrylic segment accounted for 45.0% of total market revenue.

Emerging building principles and joining techniques have also contributed to the increasing use of wood in construction. Wood is now being used more frequently in the construction of bridges, schools, office buildings, theaters, transmission towers, and multifamily housing.

Polyurethane-based products are gaining traction as well. These adhesives offer solvent-free content, direct application, and environmental compatibility—making them ideal for wood applications.

Polyvinyl acetate (PVA) adhesives are widely used due to their versatile performance in packaging, furniture, envelopes, paper lamination, textiles, and construction. PVA adhesives are easy to remove and can be reapplied quickly, offering practical benefits. This segment is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% in terms of revenue over the forecast period.

Technology Outlook

Water-based adhesives offer higher moisture resistance compared to other types, which is expected to positively impact market growth. This segment held the largest revenue share of 44.7%. Recent technological advancements have expanded the application scope of water-based adhesives.

Solvent-based adhesives are used in high-performance construction applications and are projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% in revenue terms. These adhesives are widely employed in both structural and non-structural uses. Increasing demand from Asia-Pacific countries is expected to remain a key focus for suppliers.

Key market participants are investing heavily in R&D, leveraging their global capabilities and technical expertise to develop advanced adhesive solutions. Reactive adhesives have also seen high growth rates in recent years due to their outstanding durability under harsh environmental conditions and superior bond strength.

Residential, Infrastructure, and Industrial Applications

The residential segment accounted for 31% of total market share by volume. Government incentives and financing programs for first-time homebuyers in both developed and developing countries have positively influenced this sector.

Countries such as India, Germany, Canada, and Australia have launched various home purchase assistance schemes. In the European Union, strong support programs exist to promote home ownership. For example, in Germany, first-time homebuyers with children and annual income under USD 88,000 are eligible for grants of around USD 14,000.

Meanwhile, infrastructure spending in emerging economies is a key growth driver. Countries like India, China, and Brazil are investing heavily in bridges, highways, airports, and water infrastructure. Under its regional air connectivity scheme, the Indian government plans to develop around 100 airports over the next 15 years.

The industrial construction segment is also expected to witness profitable growth due to rising demand from industrial facilities. Economical and efficient adhesive solutions are in high demand, particularly in China, which is expected to remain a key consumer in this segment.

Regional Insights

In 2019, the Asia-Pacific region held the largest revenue share. The regional market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period, driven by booming infrastructure development activities.

Numerous government regulations promoting sustainable construction have led to the emergence of smart cities, which are a major factor boosting the use of construction adhesives in the region.

In terms of revenue, the Middle East and Africa region is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8%. The rise of megacities and transportation infrastructure has opened many opportunities for construction materials suppliers and manufacturers. According to the UN’s World Urbanization Prospects, the global urban population is expected to reach 68% by 2050, further supporting market growth.

North America’s construction adhesives market was valued at USD 30 billion. Aging infrastructure in the U.S. is driving the need for significant investments. For instance, U.S. airports alone face a funding gap of USD 42 billion, prompting anticipated investment increases in the coming years to support construction activities in the region.

Key Market Players

Companies in this market are highly focused on R&D investments and the development of advanced products for construction use. Geographic expansion is also a common strategy. For instance, Bostik S.A. opened a new manufacturing facility in India to meet growing demand for construction adhesives both domestically and for export.

The industry is highly competitive and fragmented. Key players include: 3M Company, H.B. Fuller, The Dow Chemical Company, Sika AG, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, DAP Products Inc., Bostik S.A. (An Arkema Company), Franklin International, Avery Dennison Corporation, and Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Market Breakdown by Segment

The report projects revenue growth at both global and regional levels and provides industry trend analysis by sub-segment. For this study, Grand View Research segmented the global construction adhesives market by resin type, technology, application, and region. The following categories were considered:

By Resin Type (volume in kilotons; revenue):