Who Are the Key Players in the Composite Wood Industry in Germany?

June 2024
Corporate

In 2017, Silvadec established a factory in Germany, in the town of Schierling in Bavaria.

Germany, with its robust market and respect for sustainability and quality, is a key player in the composite wood industry. This article explores the main manufacturers and retailers of composite wood in Germany.

Composite Wood Manufacturers in Germany

There are several German composite wood manufacturers with varying levels of technological expertise.

Manufacturers of Monoextruded and Coextruded Composite Wood

  • UPM Profi: The international group UPM has a "composite wood" division that manufactures monoextruded and coextruded products in Germany.
  • Silvadec : A pioneer in the composite wood industry, Silvadec manufactures monoextruded and coextruded products in its French and German factories, with complete mastery of its technology and supply chains.

Manufacturers of Monoextruded Composite Wood

  • Naturinform: A historical German manufacturer mastering the monoextrusion technology.
  • Megawood: A manufacturer that exclusively produces monoextruded composite wood.

Composite Wood Retailers in Germany

The German composite wood retail landscape comprises three main categories: the professional trade network, DIY stores targeting individuals, and online retailers.

Professional Retailers

Composite wood boards can be obtained from all professional trade outlets in Germany. The most extensive and highest quality product offerings are found at specialized wood retailers. The cooperatives HOLZLAND and HOLZRING are wood specialists that distribute the best products and provide the best advice. They are also capable of recommending competent installers. Here is a map of competent specialized wood retailers.

DIY Retailers and Large Hardware Stores

Like France, Germany has its major players in the DIY market. The two main brands are OBI and Hornbach. These stores primarily carry composite wood made in China.

Online Retailers

More and more online retailers are offering composite wood, with configurators that allow for easy shopping cart assembly.

  • Planeo: A significant player in online sales with a particularly developed garden range.
  • Yhus: The latest online shop in Germany. The Yhus brand offers high-quality products made in Germany, exclusively sold online.
  • Holzhandel Deutschland: An online store offering a range of wood-related products.
  • WPC shop 24: An online store offering budget products.

The composite wood industry in Germany is supported by a diverse range of players, from innovative manufacturers to varied retailers, all playing a crucial role in meeting the needs of consumers seeking quality and sustainability.

Do not hesitate to contact our german team to answer your questions and direct you to a Silvadec retailer.

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