Should I use the ID or the full path for Furniture Floor Protectors?

Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 7214 is generally preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?

No. Unlike the Apparel & Accessories category, Furniture Floor Protectors do not have mandatory requirements for attributes like size, gender, or age_group.

Can I use product_type for my internal categorization?

Yes, product_type is a free-form field for your internal organization and does not replace the mandatory or optional Google product category taxonomy.

Google product category

Furniture Floor Protectors

Category ID7214

Full path for the feedHome & Garden > Household Supplies > Furniture Floor Protectors

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Super Sliders Caster Cups for Furniture Wheels
Slipstick GorillaPads Rubber Self Adhesive Gripper
Scotch Felt Pads
X PROTECTOR Premium Furniture Rubber Non Slip Furniture Pads
Super Sliders Nail-On Plastic Furniture Glides for Carpet
X-Protector Silicone Chair Leg Floor Protectors
Rockler Nylon Glide
Duck Brand Plastic Carpet Furniture Sliders
Magic Sliders Carpet Based Nail-On Glide
Ace Rubber Furniture Cups
Chair Surfer Chair Leg Caps Floor Protectors

Understanding Category 7214

The Furniture Floor Protectors category (ID: 7214) is specifically designated for items designed to prevent damage between furniture and flooring. This category sits within the Home & Garden > Household Supplies hierarchy and serves as a terminal level for organizational and protective hardware.

Included Products

This category includes physical barriers and glides that sit under furniture legs or surfaces. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:

Adhesive felt pads for hardwood protection.
Rubber gripper pads and non-slip furniture cushions.
Nail-on or screw-in furniture glides for carpeted surfaces.
Silicone or plastic chair leg caps and floor protectors.
Caster cups designed to secure furniture wheels.

Exclusions and Alternative Categories

Do not place industrial or structural surface protection items here. If your product belongs to one of the following neighbouring categories, use that ID instead:

Floor Protection Films & Runners: Products meant for temporary surface covering during construction or high-traffic protection.
Rug Pads: Anti-slip layers specifically designed for under-area rugs.
Garage Floor Mats: Heavy-duty mats intended for vehicle storage areas.
Drawer & Shelf Liners: Adhesive or non-adhesive material for interior cabinetry protection.

These categories are distinct because they provide broader surface coverage rather than localized furniture-to-floor contact points.

Feed Implementation

You can populate the google_product_category attribute using the numeric ID 7214 or the full path string: Home & Garden > Household Supplies > Furniture Floor Protectors. Providing this data is optional but recommended over automated categorization to ensure maximum accuracy for your ads.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path for Furniture Floor Protectors?: Both are accepted by Google. Using the numeric ID 7214 is generally preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?: No. Unlike the Apparel & Accessories category, Furniture Floor Protectors do not have mandatory requirements for attributes like size, gender, or age_group.
Can I use product_type for my internal categorization?: Yes, product_type is a free-form field for your internal organization and does not replace the mandatory or optional Google product category taxonomy.

This category in other languages

ru: Дом и сад > Хозяйственные товары > Подкладки под мебель
uk: Дім та сад > Господарські товари > Підкладки під меблі