Photoluminescent Paints Market

By Type;

Coarse Powder (Above 25 µm), Fine Powder (3-5 µm), and Ground Fine Powder (1-3 µm)

By Technology;

Glow-In-The-Dark Technology and Radioluminescence Technology

By Form;

Liquid Photoluminescent Paints and Powder Photoluminescent Paints

By Application;

Transportation, Building & Construction and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn558056548 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Photoluminescent Paints Market Overview

Photoluminescent Paints Market (USD Million)

Photoluminescent Paints Market was valued at USD 393.64 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 632.10 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.0%.


Photoluminescent Paints Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 7.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)7.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 393.64 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 632.10 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages304
393.64
2024
632.10
2031

Major Players

  • Benjamin Moore
  • Ambient Glow Technology
  • Allureglow
  • Protech Powder Coating
  • EverGlow
  • CS Coatings
  • Rust-Oleum
  • Jolin Corporation

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Photoluminescent Paints Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Photoluminescent Paints Market is witnessing robust growth as industries increasingly adopt these coatings for safety and visibility. Designed to absorb light and emit a glow in darkness, they eliminate the need for electricity. Nearly 40% of applications are linked to emergency signage and evacuation pathways, highlighting their importance in critical safety environments.

Technological Advancements Driving Adoption
Innovations in luminescent pigments have enhanced brightness and glow duration. Over 35% of new photoluminescent paints now offer extended visibility, making them more effective in low-light conditions. These improvements are fueling wider adoption across industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.

Rising Use in Commercial and Industrial Applications
Demand for eco-friendly paints in large facilities continues to climb as businesses focus on safety and energy efficiency. Research shows that more than 45% of large-scale facilities use photoluminescent coatings to support evacuation guidance while reducing reliance on powered lighting systems.

Sustainability and Environmental Benefits
The eco-sustainability of these paints is a key driver, as they are free from toxins and reduce energy use. Approximately 50% of organizations are adopting them due to their environmentally friendly composition and compatibility with sustainable building certifications.

Future Market Potential
With rising awareness of safety compliance and green initiatives, the Photoluminescent Paints Market is projected to grow further. Around 60% of new projects are implementing these coatings as part of safety frameworks, reinforcing their role in construction, infrastructure, and industrial safety systems.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Technology
    3. Market Snapshot, By Form
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Photoluminescent Paints Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Safety Regulations

        2. Sustainable Solutions

        3. Urbanization Trends

      2. Restraints
        1. High Costs

        2. Limited Awareness

        3. Performance Variability

      3. Opportunities
        1. Growing Infrastructure Projects

        2. Emerging Markets Expansion

        3. Product Innovation

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Photoluminescent Paints Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Coarse Powder (Above 25 µm)

      2. Fine Powder (3-5 µm)

      3. Ground Fine Powder (1-3 µm)

    2. Photoluminescent Paints Market, By Technology, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Glow-In-The-Dark Technology

      2. Radioluminescence Technology

    3. Photoluminescent Paints Market, By Form, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Liquid Photoluminescent Paints

      2. Powder Photoluminescent Paints

    4. Photoluminescent Paints Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Transportation

      2. Building & Construction

      3. Others

    5. Photoluminescent Paints Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. AkzoNobel N.V.
      2. PPG Industries, Inc.
      3. Sherwin-Williams Company
      4. Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd.
      5. Kansai Paint Co., Ltd.
      6. Jotun Paints
      7. Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.
      8. BASF SE
      9. Tiger Coatings GmbH
      10. Hempel A/S
      11. Tikkurila Oyj
      12. Glow Inc.
      13. DayGlo Color Corp.
      14. Rust-Oleum Corporation
      15. National Paints Factories Co.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market