Furniture and appliance market in France - statistics & facts
Upholstery, bedding, and home appliances – these are just a few of a French homeowner’s favorite things. At least as far as consumer spending goes, these product categories are well-loved in the French Republic. In particular, consumer expenditure on household appliances has generally been on the rise in France, reaching an estimated 11.6 billion euro in 2022.
The furniture market in France stands out as one of the highest-ranked in the world by revenue and international trade. Additionally, consumer spending on household appliances and fitted rooms further complements this, as French households invest increasingly in both furniture and technology to enhance their living spaces. This dynamic market continues to thrive, driven by tradition, innovation and economic savvy of French consumers.
How much do French consumers really spend on appliances?
Across almost all appliance categories, French consumers choose more affordable options, for example, in 2023 nearly 1.7 million people in France spent less than 150 euros on microwaves. The same could be said regarding expenditure on tumble dryers – nearly half a million French shoppers shared that they had spent under 300 euro, compared to the 326 thousand who opted for the pricier models at 500 euro and above.France’s place on the global furniture market
France ranks among the top five global furniture markets across all product categories in terms of revenue – from household to office furniture, and even in international trade. Overall, revenue generated from furniture sales in France amounted to 25.8 billion euros, placing France in fourth place after the United States, China, and Germany. Coincidentally, France also ranks fourth in furniture imports, with a value of nearly 11 billion euros.The furniture market in France stands out as one of the highest-ranked in the world by revenue and international trade. Additionally, consumer spending on household appliances and fitted rooms further complements this, as French households invest increasingly in both furniture and technology to enhance their living spaces. This dynamic market continues to thrive, driven by tradition, innovation and economic savvy of French consumers.
