由于来自海外市场需求成长放缓，且国内需求亦呈现低迷态势，估计2018年第一季本产业销售额年增率仅呈现小幅成长。然而，受到中美贸易战摩擦不断升高，加上美国房市买气持续走低，我国本产业也将受到波及，故估计第二季本产业销售额年增率恐将呈现衰退局面。

We have segmented the market on the basis of product and application. On the basis of products, the market is broadly segmented into soft coverings, resilient floorings, non-resilient floorings, seamless flooring, and wood & laminates. On the basis of applications, the market has been segmented into healthcare, education, leisure & hospitality, retail, commercial buildings and public buildings.

The North America wood plastic composites (WPC) market was valued at $736 million in 2016, and is expected to reach at $1,876 million by 2023, registering a CAGR of 12.4% from 2017 to 2023. U.S. is expected to dominate the market, both in terms of volume and value, and is expected to remain dominant throughout the forecast period. WPCs are composed of wood or wood flour, plastics, and additives. The source of the materials can be either virgin or recycled material. The demand for materials based on renewable raw materials is on an increase in the recent years. Furthermore, increase in interest from governments about climate protection and sustainability results in the expansion of market size of natural-based materials, such as wood plastic composites (WPC).

Development of new and innovative products and hassle-free installation techniques has considerably driven the commercial flooring market. Awareness among consumers pertaining to environmental conservation has led to high demand for eco-friendly flooring products such as bamboo, glass, rubber, cork, linoleum, and hardwood. The commercial flooring market is highly competitive and price sensitive, which may hinder market growth over the next decade. Environmental concerns and lack of awareness amongst the consumer are expected to pose.

Woodworking machines are used for process wood to get products with high precision and quality. The growth in construction activity and importance given to aesthetic look in residential and commercial buildings will likely increase the demand for wood products. The furniture industry also plays a major role in the growth of the global woodworking machines market. The demand for furniture is increasing worldwide due to remodeling of houses and offices or need to replace old furniture.The growth of the construction and furniture industries will have a positive impact on the growth of the global woodworking machines market. The construction industry in

the US had increased by 6.4% in 2015 due to the swift expansion of the residential market and hike in expenditure on new projects.

Cellulose is obtained from wood pulp and is explored for its applications as fibers, plastics, films, and several other product types. The fibers, in general, can be classified as follows.

In recent years, paddle boards, the most important equipment for stand up paddle (SUP) boarding, have witnessed a transformation from traditional paddle boards to inflatable SUP boards (I-SUPs). This technology helps make the sports much more convenient and hassle-free, which is accessible to the majority of the populace.Currently, SUP boarding as a universal game is witnessing adoption in many regions. This growth not only comes in the form of revenue, but also in terms of participation, competitions, and leagues. Many professional leagues are getting established in European countries. For instance, the European Stand Up Paddle (EuroSUP) Championships 2016, was held in France in June, was the first ever SUP championships to be held in the region.The global SUP board market is expected to post a CAGR of 15.05% by revenue during the forecast period. In past few years, various water sports at large have witnessed government support in many countries in an attempt to increase the revenue generated from the tourism industry. This step is anticipated to aid in the expansion of the market over the next five years.

Decking finds applications in the residential and non-residential sectors. Different types of woods are used for different applications. For instance, treated lumber (mainly softwood) is used for the substructure part of the deck. For the surface part of the deck, either hardwood or WPCs are preferred. The type of the wood used is named after the area from where the wood is harvested. For instance, the tropical wood used for decking is procured from the tropical forests. Apart from tropical wood, there are different varieties of wood used for decking. WPC decking uses the leftover timber from sawmills for making WPCs.

Decking is defined as a flat or profiled (anti-slip) timber surface designed as a structure to be deployed for outdoor use. Decking can be done either on the ground or above the ground, and it can be done in different ways: As an extension of the indoor living space As part of garden landscape As an alternative to stone patios and more