Should I use the ID 572 or the full path for my feed?

Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 572 is often preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to include this category in my Google Merchant Center feed?

The attribute is optional. However, providing it is recommended because Google's automatic categorization can sometimes be incorrect or too broad.

Can I use product_type for my address signs?

Yes, you can use the free-form product_type attribute for your internal classification, but it does not replace the required google_product_category field.

Google product category

Address Signs

Category ID572

Full path for the feedHome & Garden > Decor > Address Signs

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Personalized Address Plaque Lighted House Address Door Sign
Metal Address Signs
Custom House Address Sign Designer Number & Street ACM Sign
Classic Oval Standard Address Sign Plaque
Custom Illuminated LED House Sign
Everbilt Rectangular White Address Plaque
Arched House Address Sign
Whitehall Nite Bright Richfield Home Address Sign
Ylmazel Ceramic Housewarming Address Plaque
ReliaBilt Wood Address Plaque
Handcrafted Floral Basket Address Sign
Custom Horizontal Reflective Address Sign
Maker Table Nautical Anchor Address Sign
Ivys Wood Creations Bear Silhouette Address Number Plaque
Beebi Belle Custom Square Leaf Pattern Matte Acrylic House Sign

Understanding the Address Signs Category

The Address Signs category, identified by the numeric ID 572, is located within the Home & Garden > Decor hierarchy. It is the designated path for products designed to display property identification for residential or commercial exteriors.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is intended for items used specifically to mount or display house numbers and street addresses. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:

Personalized or custom-made metal and wood address plaques.
Illuminated or LED-lighted house signs for night visibility.
Decorative house number markers featuring arched, oval, or rectangular shapes.
Reflective house address signage designed for easy identification.
Artistic, handcrafted address displays that incorporate silhouettes or patterns.

What Does Not Belong Here

Items that do not function as address identifiers should be categorized elsewhere. Specifically, avoid placing items like standard decorative plaques, novelty signs, or house numbers and letters that are sold separately without the plaque component in this category. These belong to the neighbouring categories Decorative Plaques, Novelty Signs, or House Numbers & Letters respectively. Similarly, general garden decor such as bird baths, weather vanes, or wind chimes belong to their respective neighbouring categories under the same parent tree.

Feeding Your Data

You can populate the google_product_category attribute with either the numeric ID 572 or the full path: Home & Garden > Decor > Address Signs. While optional, using this attribute helps ensure Google accurately processes your product data.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID 572 or the full path for my feed?: Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 572 is often preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to include this category in my Google Merchant Center feed?: The attribute is optional. However, providing it is recommended because Google's automatic categorization can sometimes be incorrect or too broad.
Can I use product_type for my address signs?: Yes, you can use the free-form product_type attribute for your internal classification, but it does not replace the required google_product_category field.

This category in other languages

ru: Дом и сад > Декоративные элементы > Адресные знаки и таблички
uk: Дім та сад > Декоративні елементи > Адресні знаки та таблички