India Waterproofing Solutions Market Size and Share

India Waterproofing Solutions Market (2026 - 2031)
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India Waterproofing Solutions Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The India Waterproofing Solutions Market size is projected to be USD 1.37 billion in 2025, USD 1.47 billion in 2026, and reach USD 2.09 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7.29% from 2026 to 2031. Rising affordable-housing completions, metro-rail tunneling and stricter Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) codes are accelerating product substitution away from traditional lime-concrete finishes toward polymer-modified membranes and low-VOC chemistries. Supply chains continue to rebalance as crude-linked feedstock swings lift input costs for polyurethane and bituminous systems, nudging contractors toward water-based acrylics that cure rapidly and meet green-building norms. Global majors deepen technical-service footprints in Tier-2 cities, while domestic leaders defend share through dense retail networks and region-specific formulations. Counterfeit membranes remain a drag on consumer confidence, yet BIS-led quality-control orders set for April 2026 are expected to remove non-compliant stock and create headroom for certified brands. E-commerce DIY kits, supported by same-day logistics, compress purchase-to-application cycles, allowing small-ticket residential work to proceed during narrow monsoon windows.

Key Report Takeaways

  • By sub-product, membranes led with 65.68% of India waterproofing solutions market share in 2025, and is advancing at a 7.48% CAGR to 2031.
  • By end-use sector, residential captured 31.21% share of the India waterproofing solutions market size in 2025 and is projected to grow at a 7.71% CAGR through 2031.

Note: Market size and forecast figures in this report are generated using Mordor Intelligence’s proprietary estimation framework, updated with the latest available data and insights as of January 2026.

Segment Analysis

By Sub-Product: Membranes Lead On Infrastructure Tailwinds, Chemicals Gain In Retrofit

Membranes held 65.68% of India waterproofing solutions market share in 2025, and is forecast to post a 7.48% CAGR to 2031, buoyed by metro-tunnel waterproofing and high-rise residential mandates under IS 16525-16540:2017. Within membranes, fully adhered APP/SBS sheets control majority of segment revenue, especially in below-grade and tunnel works where hydrostatic resistance above 10 m is essential. Cold liquid-applied polyurethane and acrylic membranes cover use is also growing because they adapt to complex rooftops and cure in 4-6 hours. Hot liquid-applied bitumen is declining due to 200°C application safety concerns, while loose-laid sheets occupy lower market in low-slope commercial roofs.

Waterproofing chemicals make up the remaining 34.32% segment R as weather-dependent curing elongates schedules. Polyurethane liquids lead chemicals on the strength of more than 400% elongation at break, suitable for terraces seeing thermal cycling. Epoxy systems are used in chemically aggressive industrial floors, while water-based acrylics are surging because low-VOC limits and DIY kits favor their easy cleanup. Crystalline admixtures and cementitious coatings are also growing as affordable-housing builders seek integral solutions that cut maintenance 30-40%.

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By End-use Sector: Residential Premiumization Outpaces Infrastructure Volume

Residential captured 31.21% of India waterproofing solutions market size in 2025 and is the fastest-growing end use at 7.71% CAGR, underpinned by 11.2 million PMAY units and premium buyers demanding 10-year warranties. Affordable-housing opts for integral compounds priced INR 40-60 per sq ft, whereas projects above INR 10,000 per sq ft install APP/SBS sheets and polyurethane membranes costing INR 150-250 per sq ft. Commercial buildings, with Grade-A offices in Bengaluru and Hyderabad specifying SRI ≥78 cool-roof coatings to meet the Energy Conservation Building Code 2017[2]Bureau of Energy Efficiency, “Energy Conservation Building Code 2017,” beeindia.gov.in . Industrial and institutional sites are growing due tp pharmaceutical cleanrooms and hospital floors that require epoxy-polyurethane hybrids.

Infrastructure contributes smaller share because budget reallocations have slowed some expressway and bridge projects, even though absolute demand stays high. Metro tunnels in Mumbai and Kolkata, sitting below high water tables, heavily use crystalline admixtures able to self-seal cracks up to 0.4 mm, reducing long-term leakage repairs by 30-40%. Segment regulatory frameworks differ for residential and commercial must comply with IS 13182:2020 for wet areas, while infrastructure follows IS 456:2000 concrete thresholds and Indian Railway or Roads Clause Books.

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Geography Analysis

Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu together generated majority of India waterproofing solutions market size in 2025 as robust construction pipelines mesh with strict BIS enforcement. Maharashtra’s share is supported by Mumbai’s 85 km metro build-out and Pune’s 12 million sq ft Grade-A office pipeline, both specifying polyurethane injection grouting and SRI-compliant cool roofs. Karnataka demand is propelled by Bengaluru’s 42 million sq ft housing launches and electronics parks demanding epoxy floors. Tamil Nadu, with cyclone-exposed Chennai choosing wind-resistant APP sheets and Coimbatore textile retrofits leaning on liquid-applied polyurethane.

North India expands more slowly because winter humidity exceeds 80% RH for three months, limiting membrane application. In Delhi NCR, commercial offices and Phase IV metro tunnels need crystalline admixtures. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar see counterfeit rates up to 25% and fewer than 50 enforcement raids in 2024. In West India—Gujarat and Rajasthan—Ahmedabad chemical corridors specify solvent-free epoxies, and Rajasthan solar parks demand reflective roof membranes to cool modules. East and Northeast states demand is anchored by Kolkata Metro extensions and Odisha’s coastal expressway bridges, where high Wind-Driven Rain Index obliges fully adhered membranes resisting 10 m hydrostatic head.

Competitive Landscape

India waterproofing solutions market remains moderately fragmented; the top five—Asian Paints, Pidilite, Sika, MAPEI and Berger Paints—controlled roughly 70% revenue in 2025. Global majors deepen service networks: Sika runs 18 technical centers that conduct on-site failure analysis within 24 hours, while MAPEI’s 12 regional labs turn around custom recipes in 48 hours. Domestic leaders counter with retail density—Pidilite supplies 500,000 outlets, enabling same-day reach to 85% of Tier-2/3 towns—and climate-specific chemistries like low-VOC acrylics for North Indian winters.

Vertical integration gathers pace. UltraTech Cement bought Wonder WallCare Chemicals in October 2024 to bundle waterproofing additives with ready-mix concrete, echoing Thermax’s August 2024 entry into epoxy membranes via Buildtech Products. White-space opportunities cluster in nano-silica formulations, self-healing crystalline admixtures and e-commerce DIY kits. Niche players such as Xypex and Kryton leverage IS 2645:2003-approved crystalline technology to secure 3-4% share in infrastructure tenders. Saint-Gobain’s Weber brand gained BIS certification for crystalline admixtures in February 2025, broadening access to metro and dam projects.

India Waterproofing Solutions Industry Leaders

  1. Pidilite Industries Ltd.

  2. Sika AG

  3. Asian Paints Ltd.

  4. Berger Paints India

  5. MAPEI S.p.A.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments

  • August 2025: Ramco Cements introduced "Hard Worker," a new brand within its Construction Chemicals product portfolio. The range includes 20 specialized Hard Worker products, including waterproofing solutions, each specifically designed to address the evolving requirements of India's construction industry.
  • July 2025: TIKIDAN expanded its product portfolio by introducing Revestidan Protect Max to the Indian market. This waterproofing solution is designed to safeguard rooftops, terraces, and other exposed surfaces against leaks, cracks, and weather-related damage.

Table of Contents for India Waterproofing Solutions Industry Report

1. Introduction

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Landscape

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rapid Urbanization and Affordable-Housing Stimulus
    • 4.2.2 Intensifying Monsoons Prompting Climate-Resilient Codes
    • 4.2.3 Shift Toward Low-Voc Nano-Penetrating Chemistries
    • 4.2.4 Home-Owner Premiumization And 10-Year Warranty Demand
    • 4.2.5 Agile E-Commerce DIY Kits Penetrating Tier-2 Cities
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Crude-Linked Volatility in Polyurethane and Bitumen Feedstocks
    • 4.3.2 Counterfeit Membranes Eroding Consumer Confidence
    • 4.3.3 Winter Humidity Window Limiting Site Applications
  • 4.4 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Porter's Five Forces
    • 4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.5.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 4.5.5 Competitive Rivalry

5. Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value)

  • 5.1 By Sub Product
    • 5.1.1 Membranes
    • 5.1.1.1 Cold Liquid Applied
    • 5.1.1.2 Fully Adhered Sheet
    • 5.1.1.3 Hot Liquid Applied
    • 5.1.1.4 Loose-Laid Sheet
    • 5.1.2 Chemicals
    • 5.1.2.1 Epoxy-based
    • 5.1.2.2 Polyurethane-based
    • 5.1.2.3 Water-based
    • 5.1.2.4 Other Technologies
  • 5.2 By End-use Sector
    • 5.2.1 Residential
    • 5.2.2 Commercial
    • 5.2.3 Industrial and Institutional
    • 5.2.4 Infrastructure

6. Competitive Landscape

  • 6.1 Market Concentration
  • 6.2 Strategic Moves
  • 6.3 Market Share (%) / Ranking Analysis
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)
    • 6.4.1 Ardex Group
    • 6.4.2 Asian Paints Ltd.
    • 6.4.3 Berger Paints India
    • 6.4.4 Bostik (Arkema)
    • 6.4.5 Choksey FixGuruu
    • 6.4.6 CICO Group
    • 6.4.7 Kryton International Inc.
    • 6.4.8 MAPEI S.p.A.
    • 6.4.9 MC-Bauchemie
    • 6.4.10 Pidilite Industries Ltd.
    • 6.4.11 Ramco Cements
    • 6.4.12 Saint-Gobain
    • 6.4.13 Sika AG
    • 6.4.14 Soprema Group
    • 6.4.15 STP Limited, India
    • 6.4.16 TIKIDAN
    • 6.4.17 Ultratech Cement Ltd.
    • 6.4.18 Xypex Chemical Corporation

7. Market Opportunities and Future Outlook

  • 7.1 White-space and Unmet-Need Assessment
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India Waterproofing Solutions Market Report Scope

Waterproofing solutions encompass various materials and methods, such as liquid membranes, sheet membranes, and cementitious coatings, designed for specific applications including roofs, basements, and bathrooms to protect against water damage.

The India waterproofing solutions market is segmented by sub-product and end-use sector. By sub-product, the market is segmented into membranes and chemicals. The membranes are further segmented into cold liquid applied, fully adhered sheet, hot liquid applied, and loose-laid sheet. The chemicals are further segmented into epoxy-based, polyurethane-based, water-based, and other technologies. By end-use sector, the market is segmented into residential, commercial, industrial and institutional, and infrastructure. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD).

By Sub Product
MembranesCold Liquid Applied
Fully Adhered Sheet
Hot Liquid Applied
Loose-Laid Sheet
ChemicalsEpoxy-based
Polyurethane-based
Water-based
Other Technologies
By End-use Sector
Residential
Commercial
Industrial and Institutional
Infrastructure
By Sub ProductMembranesCold Liquid Applied
Fully Adhered Sheet
Hot Liquid Applied
Loose-Laid Sheet
ChemicalsEpoxy-based
Polyurethane-based
Water-based
Other Technologies
By End-use SectorResidential
Commercial
Industrial and Institutional
Infrastructure
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Market Definition

  • END-USE SECTOR - Waterproofing solutions consumed in the construction sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure are considered under the scope of the study.
  • PRODUCT/APPLICATION - Under the scope of the study, the consumption of waterproofing solutions such as membranes, coatings, and chemicals are considered.
KeywordDefinition
AcceleratorAccelerators are admixtures used to fasten the setting time of concrete by increasing the initial rate and speeding up the chemical reaction between cement and the mixing water. These are used to harden and increase the strength of concrete quickly.
AcrylicThis synthetic resin is a derivative of acrylic acid. It forms a smooth surface and is mainly used for various indoor applications. The material can also be used for outdoor applications with a special formulation.
AdhesivesAdhesives are bonding agents used to join materials by gluing. Adhesives can be used in construction for many applications, such as carpet laying, ceramic tiles, countertop lamination, etc.
Air Entraining AdmixtureAir-entraining admixtures are used to improve the performance and durability of concrete. Once added, they create uniformly distributed small air bubbles to impart enhanced properties to the fresh and hardened concrete.
AlkydAlkyds are used in solvent-based paints such as construction and automotive paints, traffic paints, flooring resins, protective coatings for concrete, etc. Alkyd resins are formed by the reaction of an oil (fatty acid), a polyunsaturated alcohol (Polyol), and a polyunsaturated acid or anhydride.
Anchors and GroutsAnchors and grouts are construction chemicals that stabilize and improve the strength and durability of foundations and structures like buildings, bridges, dams, etc.
Cementitious FixingCementitious fixing is a process in which a cement-based grout is pumped under pressure to fill forms, voids, and cracks. It can be used in several settings, including bridges, marine applications, dams, and rock anchors.
Commercial ConstructionCommercial construction comprises new construction of warehouses, malls, shops, offices, hotels, restaurants, cinemas, theatres, etc.
Concrete AdmixturesConcrete admixtures comprise water reducers, air entrainers, retarders, accelerators, superplasticizers, etc., added to concrete before or during mixing to modify its properties.
Concrete Protective CoatingsTo provide specific protection, such as anti-carbonation or chemical resistance, a film-forming protective coat can be applied on the surface. Depending on the applications, different resins like epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic can be used for concrete protective coatings.
Curing CompoundsCuring compounds are used to cure the surface of concrete structures, including columns, beams, slabs, and others. These curing compounds keep the moisture inside the concrete to give maximum strength and durability.
EpoxyEpoxy is known for its strong adhesive qualities, making it a versatile product in many industries. It resists heat and chemical applications, making it an ideal product for anyone needing a stronghold under pressure. It is widely used in adhesives, electrical and electronics, paints, etc.
Fiber Wrapping SystemsFiber Wrapping Systems are a part of construction repair and rehabilitation chemicals. It involves the strengthening of existing structures by wrapping structural members like beams and columns with glass or carbon fiber sheets.
Flooring ResinsFlooring resins are synthetic materials applied to floors to enhance their appearance, increase their resistance to wear and tear or provide protection from chemicals, moisture, and stains. Depending on the desired properties and the specific application, flooring resins are available in distinct types, such as epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic.
High-Range Water Reducer (Super Plasticizer)High-range water reducers are a type of concrete admixture that provides enhanced and improved properties when added to concrete. These are also called superplasticizers and are used to decrease the water-to-cement ratio in concrete.
Hot Melt AdhesivesHot-melt adhesives are thermoplastic bonding materials applied as melts that achieve a solid state and resultant strength on cooling. They are commonly used for packaging, coatings, sanitary products, and tapes.
Industrial and Institutional ConstructionIndustrial and institutional construction includes new construction of hospitals, schools, manufacturing units, energy and power plants, etc.
Infrastructure ConstructionInfrastructure construction includes new construction of railways, roads, seaways, airports, bridges, highways, etc.
Injection GroutingThe process of injecting grout into open joints, cracks, voids, or honeycombs in concrete or masonry structural members is known as injection grouting. It offers several benefits, such as strengthening a structure and preventing water infiltration.
Liquid-Applied Waterproofing MembranesLiquid-Applied membrane is a monolithic, fully bonded, liquid-based coating suitable for many waterproofing applications. The coating cures to form a rubber-like elastomeric waterproof membrane and may be applied over many substrates, including asphalt, bitumen, and concrete.
Micro-concrete MortarsMicro-concrete mortar is made up of cement, water-based resin, additives, mineral pigments, and polymers and can be applied on both horizontal and vertical surfaces. It can be used to refurbish residential complexes, commercial spaces, etc.
Modified MortarsModified Mortars include Portland cement and sand along with latex/polymer additives. The additives increase adhesion, strength, and shock resistance while also reducing water absorption.
Mold Release AgentsMold release agents are sprayed or coated on the surface of molds to prevent a substrate from bonding to a molding surface. Several types of mold release agents, including silicone, lubricant, wax, fluorocarbons, and others, are used based on the type of substrates, including metals, steel, wood, rubber, plastic, and others.
PolyasparticPolyaspartic is a subset of polyurea. Polyaspartic floor coatings are typically two-part systems that consist of a resin and a catalyst to ease the curing process. It offers high durability and can withstand harsh environments.
PolyurethanePolyurethane is a plastic material that exists in various forms. It can be tailored to be either rigid or flexible and is the material of choice for a broad range of end-user applications, such as adhesives, coatings, building insulation, etc.
Reactive AdhesivesA reactive adhesive is made of monomers that react in the adhesive curing process and do not evaporate from the film during use. Instead, these volatile components become chemically incorporated into the adhesive.
Rebar ProtectorsIn concrete structures, rebar is one of the important components, and its deterioration due to corrosion is a major issue that affects the safety, durability, and life span of buildings and structures. For this reason, rebar protectors are used to protect against degrading effects, especially in infrastructure and industrial construction.
Repair and Rehabilitation ChemicalsRepair and Rehabilitation Chemicals include repair mortars, injection grouting materials, fiber wrapping systems, micro-concrete mortars, etc., used to repair and restore existing buildings and structures.
Residential ConstructionResidential construction involves constructing new houses or spaces like condominiums, villas, and landed homes.
Resin FixingThe process of using resins like epoxy and polyurethane for grouting applications is called resin fixing. Resin fixing offers several advantages, such as high compressive and tensile strength, negligible shrinkage, and greater chemical resistance compared to cementitious fixing.
RetarderRetarders are admixtures used to slow down the setting time of concrete. These are usually added with a dosage rate of around 0.2% -0.6% by weight of cement. These admixtures slow down hydration or lower the rate at which water penetrates the cement particles by making concrete workable for a long time.
SealantsA sealant is a viscous material that has little or no flow qualities, which causes it to remain on surfaces where they are applied. Sealants can also be thinner, enabling penetration to a certain substance through capillary action.
Sheet Waterproofing MembranesSheet membrane systems are reliable and durable thermoplastic waterproofing solutions that are used for waterproofing applications even in the most demanding below-ground structures, including those exposed to highly aggressive ground conditions and stress.
Shrinkage Reducing AdmixtureShrinkage-reducing admixtures are used to reduce concrete shrinkage, whether from drying or self-desiccation.
SiliconeSilicone is a polymer that contains silicon combined with carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and, in some cases, other elements. It is an inert synthetic compound that comes in various forms, such as oil, rubber, and resin. Due to its heat-resistant properties, it finds applications in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, etc.
Solvent-borne AdhesivesSolvent-borne adhesives are mixtures of solvents and thermoplastic or slightly cross-linked polymers such as polychloroprene, polyurethane, acrylic, silicone, and natural and synthetic rubbers.
Surface Treatment ChemicalsSurface treatment chemicals are chemicals used to treat concrete surfaces, including roofs, vertical surfaces, and others. They act as curing compounds, demolding agents, rust removers, and others. They are cost-effective and can be used on roadways, pavements, parking lots, and others.
Viscosity ModifierViscosity Modifiers are concrete admixtures used to change various properties of admixtures, including viscosity, workability, cohesiveness, and others. These are usually added with a dosage of around 0.01% to 0.1% by weight of cement.
Water ReducerWater reducers, also called plasticizers, are a type of admixture used to decrease the water-to-cement ratio in the concrete, thereby increasing the durability and strength of concrete. Various water reducers include refined lignosulfonates, gluconates, hydroxycarboxylic acids, sugar acids, and others.
Water-borne AdhesivesWater-borne adhesives use water as a carrier or diluting medium to disperse resin. They are set by allowing the water to evaporate or be absorbed by the substrate. These adhesives are compounded with water as a dilutant rather than a volatile organic solvent.
Waterproofing ChemicalsWaterproofing chemicals are designed to protect a surface from the perils of leakage. A waterproofing chemical is a protective coating or primer applied to a structure's roof, retaining walls, or basement.
Waterproofing MembranesWaterproofing membranes are liquid-applied or self-adhering layers of water-tight materials that prevent water from penetrating or damaging a structure when applied to roofs, walls, foundations, basements, bathrooms, and other areas exposed to moisture or water.
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