Understanding the Outdoor Ottomans Category
The Outdoor Ottomans category, identified by the ID 6822, represents a specific classification within the Google product taxonomy. It falls under the hierarchy of Furniture > Outdoor Furniture > Outdoor Ottomans, serving as a dedicated space for standalone footrests designed for external environments.
Included Product Types
This category is intended for furniture pieces specifically engineered for outdoor use that function primarily as ottomans or footstools. Based on examples from the US market, this includes items such as:
- Acacia wood or teak wooden ottomans
- Woven rope or wicker rattan footrests
- Sunbrella fabric or weather-resistant cushioned ottomans
- Outdoor bean bag style footstools
- Modular or folding patio ottomans
Exclusions and Categorization
If your product does not fit the definition of a footstool, it belongs in a different category. Do not place items in this category if they belong to these neighbouring groups:
- Outdoor Tables: Any unit designed with a flat surface for dining or holding drinks.
- Outdoor Furniture Sets: Items sold as bundled collections of multiple furniture pieces.
- Outdoor Seating: Main chairs, loungers, or benches intended for primary seating.
- Outdoor Beds: Larger frames specifically for lying down, such as daybeds or hammocks.
- Outdoor Storage Boxes: Units designed primarily for storing cushions or garden equipment.
Feed Implementation
To implement this in your feed, assign the value 6822 or the full path Furniture > Outdoor Furniture > Outdoor Ottomans to the google_product_category attribute. Remember that this field is optional but helps Google categorize items more accurately than automatic assignment.