Saudi Arabia Faucet Market Overview, 2029

The Saudi Arabian faucet market has been changing since the past couple of decades. Starting with very simple and functional designs, it has geared toward more sophisticated and attractive products. This transformation in faucets has been fueled by economic growth, rising disposable income, and the impact of global design trends in this region. Today, it represents diversified faucets ranging from traditional designs to modern and state-of-the-art solutions. One of the main characteristics of modern faucet markets in Saudi Arabia would be technological integration. It means smart faucets with touchless operation, temperature control systems, digital interfaces, etc have gained immense popularity. These features augmented user convenience and hygiene, particularly in the commercial segment like hotels and restaurants. Connected faucets, with remote monitoring and control capabilities, leverage the trend in smart homes in Saudi Arabia. Urbanization is one of the major factors driving the faucet market in Saudi Arabia. Since Saudi Arabia is developing more of its land into cities and making more residential and commercial spaces, there has been an increasing demand for good-quality faucets that would go well with the interiors. Hand in hand with the growth in key cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam comes a boom in luxury residential complexes, hotels, and commercial buildings that require matching faucet solutions upbeat and stylish. The competition hastened by urban growth stirs manufacturers toward innovation in design and technology. Economic factors open an important chapter in the faucet market of Saudi Arabia. This is a part of Vision 2030, the diversification of the country's economy, which increases investment in infrastructure and construction, consequently pushing up faucet demand. Changes in oil prices and fluctuations in the economy could hit the level of consumer spending and thus the stability of the market. Manufacturers have to be able to place themselves within these economic conditions by finding a balance on cost, quality, and innovation that will satisfy the budget-sensitive as well as the luxury-seeking consumer. The success in the Saudi Arabia faucet market lies in compliance with the different certifications and standards. In the context of water efficiency and the quality of products, SASO stipulates very strict guidelines. Faucets complying with the SASO and Saudi Green Building Code standards have priority in new developments and government projects because these certifications ensure that products are environmentally friendly and efficient, enabling sustainable practices within the industry.

According to the research report "Saudi Arabia Faucet Market Overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the Saudi Arabia Faucet market is anticipated to add to more than USD 150 Million by 2024–29. The faucet market in Saudi Arabia is influenced by various factors, from consumer preference for the innovative, stylish products to the regulatory demand for water efficiency and sustainability, not to mention the economic conditions driving the wallet for home fixtures. The other two factors pushing demand for new faucets in the country are fast urbanization and the construction boom. On the other side, improving technology and innovations in products do affect the market dynamics of this product category. These factors overall impinge on product development, market strategies, and consumer choice. Several major trends will define the future course of the Saudi Arabia faucet market. Smart technology will continue to grow in sophistication with more and more faucet designs that include controls, connectivity, and intuitive interfaces. Sustainability takes center stage for innovations in water-saving technologies and eco-friendly materials. High-end and customized fixtures will be driven by the demand from luxury and personalized products to suit the tastes of affluent consumers. More and more, local manufacturers find the partnership with international brands rather acceptable in order to source advanced technology and design skills into the local market. For example, the cooperation between Saudi-based Al-Sorayai Group and the global faucet manufacturer Grohe has brought about the launch of high-end faucet solutions that are technologically sophisticated but at the same time align with the preferences of local end-users. Flexibility and customization are trends that have resounded very strongly in the Saudi Arabia faucet market. Today's consumers are looking for a tap that will not only match their design taste but offer adaptable features to meet specific requirements. In response, manufacturers introduce modular faucet systems that would allow a user to personalize one's setup in a wide variety of styles, finishes, and functionalities. It becomes a trend due to raising awareness regarding interior design and the quest for unique, personalized living space.

The Saudi Arabia Faucet market can then be broadly classified into three primary application categories that include kitchen, bathroom, and others which have specific demands and trends. Kitchen Faucets are stretched to maximum use in this category in functionality, durability, and design. High spout kitchen faucets with pull – out or pull – down sprays and a wide variation of flow options meet different task requirements of cooking and cleaning. Innovations such as touchless activation, temperature memory, and filtration systems are increasingly popular, offering both convenience and enhancing the quality of water. This is a category in which versatile and efficient solutions are developed to withstand heavy usage and yet remain complementary to modern kitchen interiors. The dominant finishes in stainless steel and chrome express a sleek look due to their resistance to corrosion and discoloring. In Saudi Arabia, bathroom faucets lean towards aesthetics and functionality developed around personal hygiene and grooming. Categories into this include a large variety of faucet types, such as single-handle and double-handle designs and wall-mounted and freestanding models. Features being popularized in this category include water-saving aerators, temperature control, and sleek finishes like brushed nickel and matte black. The concept prevails of giving a balance of luxury and practicality through the designs that would enhance the overall decor of the bathroom and make sure ease of use. It can be quite easy to attach the movement to sensor-based and touchless faucets increasing in the bathrooms. 'Others' category includes applications in public restrooms, healthcare facilities, industrial kitchens, and outdoors. The durability and hygiene are major concerns. For most such fixtures, either in public or commercial applications, they are touchless, incorporating materials ranging from brass to stainless steel to add durability and low maintenance. Features like anti-scald technology, timed flow controls, and vandal resistance are very important in all such applications.

The most common type of faucets across boundaries in Saudi Arabia is the pull-out faucet. They come with a retractable hose that one can easily pull out of the spout, be it for rinsing dishes, washing utensils, vegetables, or filling large pots. A leading name in manufacturing everything for kitchens and bathrooms is Grohe, which has a range of pull-out faucets in finishes and designs to lift any style of a kitchen. Another popular choice is the pull-down faucet, similar to the pull-out design but with the pull-down design into the sink. In many cases, these faucets are fitted with a high arc, which gives sufficient clearance to wash large pots and pans. Pull-down faucets are one of the best kinds one can choose to have in their workspace. A few options in the range of Hindware pull-down faucets have the blend of functionality and modern looks, an Indian brand being felt in Saudi markets. The single-handle faucets are common among a large number of homeowners in Saudi Arabia. The single-lever design makes it easy for the user to control the temperature as well as the flow. The faucets areavailable in chrome, brushed nickel, and matte black finishes so that one can be coordinated with other décor in the kitchen Dual-handle faucets, those with separate handles for hot and cold water, are still in high usage in traditional kitchen designs. This kind of faucet is perfect for having good control over the temperature and is available in many finishes, like polished brass or oil-rubbed bronze, to perfectly match the interiors. The Indian brand Jaquar, with a huge presence across the Middle East, offers a nice range of dual-handle faucets that marry the classic design with modern features. It is a market that is operated by local and international brands in kitchen faucets specifically. With the continued growth in construction in the Kingdom and the resultant increasing demand for luxury fixtures, the kitchen faucet market will find voicing an increasingly significant place in the overall plumbing fixtures industry of Saudi Arabia.

The market can be divided into two basic sectors are manual and automatic taps, with each providing unique benefits and applying to different scenarios. Manual faucets are extensively applied in Saudi Arabia, highly valued for their simplicity, reliability, and overall affordability. The user is required to physically operate a handle or lever in order to control water flow and water temperature. In kitchens, single or dual handled manual faucets seem to be quite popular. Features like pull-out or pull-down spray heads are making them all the more functional. High arc spouts and the swivel add on for ease of use and flexibility. Manual faucets are available for bathrooms in widespreading, centerset, and wall-mounted configurations with finishes like chrome and brushed nickel to the more luxurious going to gold and rose gold, which reflect the taste of the region for elegance and opulence. The market includes the more specialized manual faucets used for other purposes, such as bridge faucets in traditional or classic-style bathrooms and pot filler faucets in high-end or professional kitchens. Manual faucets are preferred for being easy to operate, robust, and for giving a good sense while controlling the flow and temperature of water. In Saudi Arabia, interest in touchless sometimes referred to as sensored- or automatic-actuation with the advancement in technology, water saving, and increased hygiene awareness aimed especially following the outbreak of COVID-19. For example, automatic faucets are very common for office, hotel, restaurant, and public lavatory use, stopping the spread of germs and saving water. Leading companies are Grohe, Kohler, and Ideal Standard, with a product line of automatic faucets. For home use, such automatic faucets every day come into kitchens and bathrooms for those home users who want a piece of integrated technology to make their lives easier, healthier, and more water-efficient. Increasingly challenged to provide products fully integrating advanced features in various ways, from voice control to app-connectivity technology and water-filtration functions, providers in the market for faucets are heavily linked to sustainability issues. The applied technologies can be, e.g., low-flow aerators and automatic shut-off features, either in manual or automatic faucets. This goes in compliance with Saudi Vision 2030.





Considered in this report
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report
• Faucet market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Application
• Kitchen
• Bathroom
• Others

By Type
• Pull out faucets
• Pull down faucets
• Single handle faucets
• Dual handle faucets
• Separate spray faucets
• Pot filler faucets
• Motion detection faucets
• Others

By End User
• Commercial
• Residential

By Technology
• Manual
• Automatic

By Materials
• Metals
• Plastics

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Faucet industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.