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Commercial Carpet Global Overview

Definition

Summary

Commercial carpet is generally woven or tufted and is primarily made from synthetic materials, such as nylon. Commercial carpet is made with a higher level of durability than residential carpet to withstand high-volume foot traffic. Commercial carpet is available from wholesalers, as well as manufacturers and their distribution networks. Key buyers include commercial businesses, schools and municipal buildings.

This Report Includes:

  • Nylon Carpeting
  • High-Durability Commercial Carpet

Not in this Report:

  • Laminate Flooring Materials
  • Commercial Carpet Installation
  • Commercial Carpet Maintenance
  • Commercial Carpet Repair Services

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Global Commercial Carpet Procurement Trends

Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Commercial Carpet market.

Warning Trends


Tariffs to negatively impact building and construction components and supplies sector

  • The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which impose higher tariffs on all products imported from most foreign nations, are set to take effect on August 7, after the rates were finalized on August 1. As a result, most construction material import sources face higher tariffs, including Mexico (25.0%), Canada (35.0%), Turkiye (15.0%), and China (54.0%).
  • According to Realtor.com, about 70.0% of the softwood lumber and drywall gypsum (used for drywall) used in residential construction is imported from Canada and Mexico, respectively. According to the New York Times, drywall prices could rise by 22.0%. Other products like wood utility poles, medium-density fiberboard, particleboard, plywood, wood veneers, and wood pulp will also see higher prices as a result.
  • The Yale Budget Lab estimates that construction inputs like cement could see a 3.5% increase in price with higher tariffs on imports. Turkiye, Canada, and Mexico, which account for over 65.0% of US imports, face tariff rates of 10.0%, 25.0%, and 25.0%, respectively.
  • Specific steel and aluminum tariffs of 50.0% on all US imports are also negatively affecting buyers of building and construction components and supplies like sheet metal, automatic sliding doors, garage doors, ladders, posts and bollards, and more. In 2024, 23.0% of all steel used in the United States was imported from foreign countries such as Canada and Mexico.
  • US manufacturers reliant on imported plastic resins from countries like China will not be impacted by tariffs as key resins, like polyethylene, polypropylene, and PET, will be exempt from the reciprocal tariffs. Other construction components and supplies that are compliant with the United States-Canada-Mexico Agreement will be exempt from tariffs.

Global Commercial Carpet Market - Suppliers by Region

Country/Region Number of Suppliers
#1 India 10,500
#2 Oceania & Southeast Asia 5,780
#3 Africa & Middle East 3,865

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  • Canada
  • United States
  • Mexico
  • Latin America
  • South America
  • India
  • China
  • Europe
  • Africa & Middle East
  • Australi & New Zealand
  • Oceania & Southeast Asia

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Average Cost of Commercial Carpet

United States

2026 Market Pricing
$6.00 to $XX.XX
per square yard

Average Price

Prices in the Commercial Carpet market range from $6.00 to $XX.XX, depending on Expected Foot Traffic, Fibers Used, Durability and Design. For example, lower prices are associated with Carpets expected to withstand low foot traffic ($6.00 to $50.00 per square yard), whereas higher prices are associated with Carpets expected to withstand heavy foot traffic ($20.00 to $80.00 per square yard).

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Commercial Carpet Category Price Trends

Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Commercial Carpet market, prices in the US have grown 2.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more

United States (2022-2025)

2.2%
Compound Annual Growth Rate
United States (2025-2028)

Compound Annual Growth Rate

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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Commercial Carpet

Total cost of ownership is High in the Commercial Carpet market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Scope Changes may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.

Negotiated Before

Installation

For suppliers that offer installation as a bundle, the costs should be negotiated ahead of time. Installation often comes with removal of the old flooring as well.

Transportation

Transportation for delivering the carpet to the buyer's facilities should be negotiated ahead of time, as suppliers typically charge on the per mile basis.

Billed During

Maintenance

Carpet maintenance costs vary considerable depending upon the frequency of the cleanings. Maintenance is charged on a per square foot or per square yard basis typically and can increase significantly if the area requiring maintenance is large.

Disposal

Suppliers often charge disposal fees for the old flooring that has been removed, often in addition to the baseline installation fees.

Unforeseen

Scope Changes

Should buyers require more or less flooring than what was initially ordered, there can be substantial unforeseen costs to readjust the size of the shipment.

Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations

In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.9 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Availability of Substitutes. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more

United States

-1.9

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Supply Chain Risk

The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:

1st

Tier Suppliers

  • Carpet Mill Operators
  • Dye & Pigment Manufacturers
  • Synthetic Fiber Manufacturers

2nd

Tier Suppliers

  • Cotton Farmers
  • Inorganic Chemical Manufacturers
  • Plastic & Resin Manufacturers

Biggest Commercial Carpet Suppliers in the US by Revenue

The largest Commercial Carpet vendors by revenue in the US are Mohawk Industries, Inc., Interface Inc. and Home Depot, inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more

Supplier Operational Size Headquarters Number of Employees Market Share (%) Market Share Performance (3yr trend) Total Revenue ($ million) Profit Level (%) Risk Level
Mohawk Industries, Inc. Global CALHOUN >10,000 5-10
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Shaw Industries Group, Inc. Global Dalton, GA >10,000 5-10
Interface Inc. Global ATLANTA, GA 1,001-10,000 5-10
The Dixie Group Inc. International DALTON, GA 1,001-10,000 5-10
Home Depot, inc. International ATLANTA >10,000 < 5
Lowes Companies Inc. International MOORESVILLE >10,000 < 5
Milliken & Company Inc. International Spartanburg, SC 1,001-10,000 < 5
Tarkett S.A. Global Paris, FR >10,001 < 5
Engineered Floors, Llc National Dalton, GA 1,001-10,000 < 5

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Profit Analysis

The average profit margin across vendors in the Commercial Carpet market is 4.3% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more

Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis

There is a moderate level of market share concentration in the market for commercial carpet, largely due to significant barriers to entry in the market due to the high costs of acquiring production plants and equipment.

Average vendor risk is low, however profit margins are low and have been falling in the previous three years.

Supply chain risk in the market is moderate, as risk among second tier suppliers contributes to high price driver volatility. Suppliers of plastic, resin and fiber inputs are subject to high levels of volatility due to their dependence on the price of crude oil, which increases the risk of the majority of the supply chain in the market.

The United States is a net importer of carpet, meaning it imports more than it exports. US buyers may need to assess the quality standards and production capacities of international suppliers, with considerations like the expected lead times for delivery and quality.

Supplier Information

Interface Inc.

Interface Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include commercial carpet and torque measuring equipment. Founded in 1981, the company is currently headquartered in ATLANTA, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 3671... Subscribe to learn more

Mohawk Industries, Inc.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is a global flooring manufacturer offering products for residential and commercial spaces. It designs, manufactures, sources, and markets carpets, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone, luxury vinyl tile, and sheet vinyl flooring. Its brand portfolio includes American Olean®, Daltile®,... Subscribe to learn more

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a private company operating globally in the construction, manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include resilient flooring, commercial carpet, anti-static flooring, artificial turf systems, carpet installation. Founded in 1946, the company is currently... Subscribe to learn more

The Dixie Group Inc.

The Dixie Group Inc. is a public company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include commercial carpet. Founded in 1920, the company is currently headquartered in DALTON, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 1138 employees. Subscribe to learn more

CM Hospitality

CM Hospitality is a private company operating regionally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include commercial carpet. Founded in 2000, the company is currently headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more

Engineered Floors, Llc

Engineered Floors, Llc is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include commercial carpet. Founded in 2009, the company is currently headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more

Home Depot, inc.

Home Depot, Inc. is a home improvement retailer offering building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, décor products, and related services under national and proprietary brands. Its proprietary brands include, among others, HDX®, Husky®, Hampton Bay®, Home Decorators Collection®,... Subscribe to learn more

Lowes Companies Inc.

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a home improvement retailer for maintenance, repair, remodeling, and decorating markets. Its product portfolio includes appliances, seasonal & outdoor living, lumber, lawn & garden, kitchen & bath, hardware, building materials, millwork, paint, rough plumbing, tools, electrical, Subscribe to learn more

Milliken & Company Inc.

Milliken & Company Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include synthetic fibers, finished broad-woven cotton fabrics and commercial carpet. Founded in 1865, the company is currently headquartered in Spartanburg, South Subscribe to learn more

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Procurement Management KPIs for the Commercial Carpet Market

Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Order Value and Average Response Time. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Quality and other factors.

KPI Level of Importance (1-5) Measurements Key Considerations
Average Order Value

Total number of orders placed with supplier.

Total monetary value of orders placed with supplier.

The average order value measures the average monetary value of an order that the supplier fulfills.

The average order value can be used to indicate whether or not suppliers have experience handling buyers of similar size, or if their business is better suited to larger or smaller buyers.

Average Response Time

Total number of inquiries sent to the supplier.

Total time to respond to inquiries.

The average response time measures the amount of time it takes for a supplier to respond to questions or concerns from the buyer.

The average response time can be used to measure a supplier's timeliness in response to questions. Long periods between response to questions such as stain removal, maintenance or repair methods can lead to increased costs to have formal repairs completed.

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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations

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Warranty

How will warranty repairs or replacements be handled?

What is the average time it takes to receive a repair or replacement after a warranty claim is made?

Cost Containment

How have trends in key input costs, such as synthetic fiber, affected the prices of your commercial carpets?

How do you mitigate spikes in raw material prices?

Quality Control

What is the expected lifespan of your products?

How do the fiber, pile, density and backing components of your commercial carpets differ from those of your competitors?

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Commercial Carpet RFP Guidelines

What should my RFP include?

Organizational Overview

Buyers should describe their operations (e.g. commercial, industrial, municipal) so that suppliers will be able to gauge the type of carpet needed.

Buyers should provide a detailed description of their operational structure, including to whom vendors will report.

Statement Of Need

Buyers should list the type and volume of carpet needed.

Buyers should provide a description of the floor plan and any plans for future carpet needs, if applicable.

Project Budget

Buyers should explicitly state the amount for the award.

Buyers should explain the schedule with which payments will be made.

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