The new DOMOTEX 2026 confirms its new position as the international platform for the industry. From 19 to 22 January, DOMOTEX 2026 impressively confirmed its position as the international platform for the flooring and interior finishing industry. The trade fair in Hannover featured over 500 exhibitors from more than 50 countries and, for the first time, consistently presented itself as the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing, successfully bridging the gap between high-quality flooring and comprehensive interior solutions. The positive energy, international reach, and strong participation of leading market players made DOMOTEX the central meeting point for business, trends, and innovations.

"DOMOTEX has reinvented itself and shown us all that it pays off to boldly explore new paths. DOMOTEX 2026 sets new benchmarks for the entire industry. Both exhibitors and visitors have given us consistently positive feedback. The fair clearly conveys a tangible sense of renewal and provides the perfect platform to bring together the international flooring and interior finishing community," says Arno Reich, Senior Vice President, Deutsche Messe AG.

“DOMOTEX has successfully evolved in terms of content and concept – without losing its roots in flooring. The expansion to include wall and ceiling products was exactly the right move and created new synergies that were clearly tangible across the exhibition grounds. It is precisely this interdisciplinary exchange that makes DOMOTEX a global industry meeting point,” emphasizes Annette Levy, the new Project Director of DOMOTEX.

Bruno Descamps, Managing Director at Lamett, is also convinced of the new DOMOTEX: "We are extremely satisfied with the new DOMOTEX. For us, the fair feels like a real new beginning – a clear confirmation that this format is still absolutely meaningful. The atmosphere is positive, our customers and team are excited, and we were able to conduct important discussions and secure very successful deals. For the flooring industry, it is crucial to meet regularly, exchange ideas, and present innovations. DOMOTEX provides the ideal platform for this and, in our view, is an indispensable meeting point for the industry – today more than ever."

High internationality and strong visitor quality

DOMOTEX 2026 once again impressed with its high internationality among both visitors and exhibitors. Trade visitors from numerous countries explored Hannover to discover the latest offerings from leading manufacturers and used the fair as a strategic starting point for the new business year. Particularly appreciated were the expanded product groups and the positive feedback from trade and craftspeople in the Retailers Park.

Mark Bircham, Managing Director of Kronoplus, says: "DOMOTEX provides us with the ideal platform to showcase our new collections and innovations firsthand. It is especially important that customers can not only see our technologies and designs but also touch and experience them – something that is difficult to convey online. The response over the past few days has been overwhelming: visitors showed great interest in our waterproof products, new digital print designs, and the wide range of flooring and wall formats."

Griescha Krebs, Field Manager at Florim Ceramiche, adds: "We were very positively surprised by the internationality of DOMOTEX. The audience is much more diverse and international than we expected – from Venezuela to Israel to Thailand, everything was represented. For us as a company, it was particularly exciting to make new contacts and showcase our products directly. Especially for ceramics, with a wide variety of surfaces and innovative materials, the tactile experience is crucial for customers. The fair provides the perfect opportunity to conduct personal discussions, answer questions, and present innovations in flooring and interior finishing."

Comprehensive interior solutions create new synergies

With the expansion to the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing, DOMOTEX is responding to changing market requirements and the growing demand for holistic interior concepts. Additional product groups for walls, ceilings, and interior finishing were seamlessly integrated into the established flooring offering, creating new synergies along the entire value chain.

New exhibitors, such as the paint manufacturer AkzoNobel, reported a very positive experience after four successful days: "We are very satisfied with our first appearance at DOMOTEX. The fair provides the ideal platform to connect with new customers and support existing clients intensively. We were particularly impressed by the Retailers Park, which provides visitors with targeted information about our brands and concepts. Our core message: we show how retailers can better engage customers and present themselves in a high-quality way through color and spatial concepts," says Stefan Klinker, Head of Sales Professional Germany at AkzoNobel.

Also new to DOMOTEX: the sun and privacy protection manufacturer Teba. Luigi Giordano, Key Account Manager, says: "DOMOTEX 2026 was very successful for us overall. We had many visitors at our stand and numerous productive discussions. Particularly gratifying was the intensive exchange with international trade visitors as well as guests from Germany. The diversity of target groups – from international decision-makers to craftspeople – and the high quality of the discussions exceeded our expectations."

The exhibition was accompanied by a diverse supporting program, including presentations, discussion formats, and special areas. Key topics such as sustainability, circular economy, design, and new working environments were highlighted, alongside the personal exchange within the international community.

Awards and prominent impulses

A special highlight of DOMOTEX 2026 was the Green Collection Award , which this year was presented to Weitzer Parkett for its outstanding sustainable product solution, Weitzer ReParkett.

Josef Stoppacher, Managing Director of Weitzer Parkett: "DOMOTEX is the largest flooring fair in Europe and also a highly international meeting point for the industry. After a longer break, it was important for us to be personally present again. In times of increasing digitalization, direct on-site exchange is extremely important to establish new business contacts and deepen existing relationships. Winning the first prize of the Green Collection Award confirms our consistent commitment to sustainability and circular economy. Overall, we are very satisfied with our participation at DOMOTEX."

The fair also provided a high-profile stage for other industry awards, including the Parkett Star Award from SN-Verlag and the Netzwerk Boden Award.

Additional inspiration came from boxing world champion Henry Maske, who appeared as a highlight speaker at DOMOTEX, engaging numerous visitors with his contribution. His presence underlined the fair’s focus on combining product innovation with inspiration, values, and personalities.

Outlook DOMOTEX 2028

With the successful conclusion of DOMOTEX 2026, the fair sends a strong signal for the future of the industry. The further development of the concept, the high international participation, and the positive market response confirm the path taken.

The next DOMOTEX Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing will take place from 17 to 20 January 2028 in Hannover.