Should I use the ID or the full path for the google_product_category attribute?

You can use either, but the numeric ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors in your feed.

Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?

No, these additional attributes are typically reserved for Apparel & Accessories. Siding products primarily require standard product identification attributes.

Can I use product_type to categorize my siding instead of google_product_category?

You should use both. google_product_category is for Google's internal taxonomy, while product_type is a free-form field for your own organizational structure.

Google product category

Siding

Category ID503775

Full path for the feedHardware > Building Materials > Siding

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Concord Designer Dutchlap Vinyl Siding
Polaris Homeside Select Cedar Shake Vinyl Siding
Georgia Pacific Vision Pro Vinyl Siding
Certainteed Restoration Classic Horizontal Vinyl Siding
Log Cabin Board Siding
Polaris UltraSide Horizontal Vinyl Siding
NovikShake RS RoughSawn Shake Polymer Siding
Foundry Vinyl Shake Siding
CertainTeed Cedar Impressions Straight Edge Perfection Shingles Siding
Polaris Vertical Board & Batten Vinyl Siding
Grayne Engineered Rigid PVC Shingle Panel
Certainteed Mainstreet Horizontal Vinyl Siding
CertainTeed Cedar Impressions Staggered Rough Split Shakes
eJoy Outdoor WPC Vinyl Wall Siding Panel
CertainTeed American Legend Dutchlap Woodgrain

Understanding the Siding Category

The Siding category, identified by ID 503775, falls under Hardware > Building Materials > Siding in the Google product taxonomy. It is a third-level classification designed for exterior wall cladding materials used in construction and home renovation projects.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is intended for exterior building materials designed to protect and beautify a structure's facade. Based on real-world examples from the US market, typical items include:

Vinyl siding panels in various styles like Dutchlap, horizontal, and vertical.
Engineered rigid PVC shingle panels and composite siding.
Polymer shake-style siding.
Woodgrain and board-and-batten siding boards.
WPC (Wood Plastic Composite) outdoor wall siding panels.

What Does Not Belong Here

Do not place interior finishes or structural building components in this category. For instance, Wall Paneling, Drywall, or Wall & Ceiling Tile belong to their respective categories under Building Materials. Likewise, components like Doors, Windows, Lumber & Sheet Stock, or Shutters must be mapped to their specific neighboring categories rather than Siding. Items strictly for architectural detailing such as Molding or Weather Stripping are also excluded.

Categorization Strategy

There are no subcategories for this section, so Siding is the most specific level available. Use the ID 503775 or the full path Hardware > Building Materials > Siding in your google_product_category attribute. Remember that while this attribute is optional, providing it manually prevents Google from misclassifying your products into broader, less relevant segments of its catalog.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path for the google_product_category attribute?: You can use either, but the numeric ID is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors in your feed.
Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?: No, these additional attributes are typically reserved for Apparel & Accessories. Siding products primarily require standard product identification attributes.
Can I use product_type to categorize my siding instead of google_product_category?: You should use both. google_product_category is for Google's internal taxonomy, while product_type is a free-form field for your own organizational structure.

This category in other languages

ru: Оборудование и технические изделия > Строительные материалы > Сайдинг
uk: Обладнання та технічні вироби > Будівельні матеріали > Сайдинг