The table linen market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• There has been significant expansion in the table linen market recently. It is slated to rise from $12.2 billion in 2024 to $13.03 billion in 2025, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%.
This notable increase in the historical phase has been driven by several factors: escalating demand for tablecloths to beautify dining spaces and make them more visually appealing; a growth in residential building projects supported by different governments; and the increasing accessibility of online retail channels for consumer convenience. Additionally, there is an emerging trend towards utilising table linens that are resistant to stains.
The table linen market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the coming years, the market size for table linen is predicted to witness significant expansion. It is set to amplify to a value of $16 billion in 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%.
The surging growth during the forecast period will be driven by the increasing cognizance amongst manufacturers and buyers regarding the use of natural fibers to safeguard the environment, along with the availability of proficient workers and an ample supply of raw materials, as well as the escalating demand for ornamental tableware products. Further trends projected in this period encompass research and development efforts, collaborations, product breakthroughs, and progressive technologic shifts.
The anticipated growth of the table linen market is being driven by the rising number of hotels and restaurants. These establishments offer lodging, food services, and other amenities for tourists and travelers. Additionally, restaurants provide environments where customers can pay to enjoy meals that are prepared and served on-site. The need for accommodation and dining options by travelers and locals leads to high demand for these establishments. Table linen is used by these establishments to improve the dining environment through aesthetics and hygiene, thereby contributing to the ambiance and cleanliness standards. For instance, Siteminder, a technology company located in Australia, predicted in January 2024 that the occupancy of hotels worldwide would increase by 2.5%, and that by 2025, the Average Daily Rate (ADR) would rise by 4.9%. As a result, the table linen market is set to expand due to the growing number of hotels and restaurants.
The table linen market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Table Runners, Table Napkins, Table Mats, Table Skirting, Other Products
2) By Material: Polyester, Cotton, Silk, Wool, Other Materials
3) By Distribution: E-Commerce Websites, Company Owned Websites, Super markets, Specialty Stores
4) By Application: Residential, Commercial
Subsegments:
1) By Table Runners: Decorative Table Runners, Functional Table Runners
2) By Table Napkins: Cloth Napkins, Disposable Napkins
3) By Table Mats: Placemats, Coasters
4) By Table Skirting: Pleated Skirting, Shirred Skirting
5) By Other Products: Tablecloths, Table Covers, Centerpieces
Leading companies in the table linen market are concentrating their efforts on developing new kitchen linen ranges to better their financial performance. The recent collection consists of various items like tablecloths, napkins, glass cloths, kitchen towels, and aprons, all crafted from top-quality linen in a combination of heavy and light styles for durability. For example, in October 2022, the India-based handcrafted home decor brand, Neeti's Linen Library, launched its Rajputana Table Linen Collection, epitomizing the craft of Gota Patti. The handmade selection encompasses chanderi fabrics beautified with complex gota trims in shades such as pista green, lavender, yellow, blue, and deep rani pink, encapsulating the sophistication of Rajput and Mughal regal wear. Every set comprises a table runner, six mats, and six napkins, amalgamating gentle aesthetics with bold design elements to create elegant table decor.
Major companies operating in the table linen market are:
• IKEA Holdings B.V.
• Macy's Inc.
• Williams-Sonoma Inc.
• Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.
• Lenox Corporation
• Milliken & Company
• Zara Home
• Villeroy & Boch Group
• Venus Group
• BBJ La Tavola
• Frette
• Star Linen
• Garnier-Thiebaut Inc.
• Jiangsu Sidefu Textile Co. Ltd.
• Sferra
• Balavigna Mills Pvt. Ltd.
• Baltic Flax
• Belinor Textile Ltd.
• H Concept
• Royal Linen
• Silver Arcade Linen LLC
• Airwill Home Collections Pvt. Ltd.
• Aastha Enterprises
• Around The Table
• Fabrica Maria SA de CV
• Natural Fabrics SL
North America was the largest region in the table linen market in 2024. The regions covered in the table linen market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.