The DIY multiples channel accounts for the largest share of the market, with large ranges of branded and un-branded or own brand products. However, trade centres have gained share benefiting from the growing trend to outsource decorating work to tradesmen, and the direct channel has benefited from growth in the non-domestic sector. Distribution routes are likely to be impacted by the structural changes currently occurring in the retail sector, with many distributors offering multi or omni-channel services, as well as the predicted growth in the 'click and collect' segment.
AMA Research
Slight increase for paint, wallcoverings and woodcare
The DIY multiples channel accounts for the largest share of the market, with large ranges of branded and un-branded or own brand products. However, trade centres have gained share benefiting from the growing trend to outsource decorating work to tradesmen, and the direct channel has benefited from growth in the non-domestic sector. Distribution routes are likely to be impacted by the structural changes currently occurring in the retail sector, with many distributors offering multi or omni-channel services, as well as the predicted growth in the 'click and collect' segment.