Poland: furniture from DIY stores

The furniture market in Poland experienced growth of 21 per cent to € 4.7 bn in 2007, according to information from the Centre for Industrial Studies (CSIL). Currently 88 per cent of sales are generated in the specialist trade. The study reveals that, among the non-specialist outlets, customers prefer to buy their furniture in DIY stores above all, where many foreign actors are involved (Castorama, Leroy Merlin). Information from CSIL shows that this line of business has grown rapidly in Poland, since the range covers the demand for key areas of the home, especially kitchen and bathroom furnishings, as well as accessories, wall, ceiling and floor coverings, and lighting too.