Category guide · Shopify taxonomy 2026-08

Shopify category attributes for Chairs

In Shopify's standard product taxonomy, Chairs sits at Furniture > Chairs. Once a product has this category, Shopify shows the attributes below in the product editor. Filled attributes are structured facts — AI shopping assistants and Shopify's own search and filters can use them to match a shopper's question without guessing from your text.

The 10 attributes for Chairs

Armrest type — Describes the presence and adjustability of armrests on the chair (e.g., no armrests, fixed, adjustable, removable).
Examples: Fixed armrests, No armrests, Removable armrests, Other
Assembly required — Indicates whether the product requires assembly before use
Examples: No, Yes
Backrest type — Specifies the material or style of a chair's backrest; e.g. mesh, padded
Examples: Hard, Mesh, Padded, Strap, Upholstered, Upholstered padded, Upholstered strap, Other
Care instructions — Provides guidance for product upkeep, such as hand wash or dry clean only
Examples: Dry clean only, Dryer safe, Hand wash, Ironing instructions, Machine washable, Tumble dry, Other
Chair features — Highlights special functions of a chair, such as massage function or power reclining
Examples: 360 degree rotation, Adjustable armrests, Adjustable backrest angle, Adjustable footrest, Adjustable headrest, Adjustable height, Built-in USB port, Convertible (23 values in total)
Color — Defines the primary color or pattern, such as blue or striped
Examples: Beige, Black, Blue, Bronze, Brown, Clear, Gold, Gray (19 values in total)
Material — Defines a product's primary material, such as cotton or wool
Examples: Acrylic, Aluminum, Angora, Bamboo, Biodegradable materials, Brass, Bronze, Canvas (82 values in total)
Pattern — Describes the design or motif of a product, such as floral or striped
Examples: Abstract, Animal, Art, Bead & reel, Birds, Brick, Bull's eye, Camouflage (51 values in total)
Seat type — Describes the design of a chair or bench seat, such as padded or bucket
Examples: Air filled, Bucket (cradle), Flat, Hard, Mesh, Nest, Padded, Strap (13 values in total)
Upholstery material — Identifies the fabric used for upholstery, such as leather or velvet
Examples: Acrylic, Canvas, Cotton, Faux leather, Leather, Leatherette, Linen, Microfiber (17 values in total)

More specific categories

Shopify recommends the most specific category that fits. Under Chairs you can choose: Armchairs, Recliners & Sleeper Chairs, Bean Bag Chairs, Chaises, Electric Massaging Chairs, Floor Chairs, Folding Chairs & Stools, Gaming Chairs, Hanging Chairs, Kids' Chairs, Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs, Rocking Chairs, Slipper Chairs. A more specific category can come with more attributes.

How to fill them

Open the product in Shopify admin → Category → choose Chairs (or a more specific one).
The category's attributes appear below it. Pick values that are true for the product — for example, the colors you actually sell.
Only fill what you know. An empty attribute is better than a wrong one.

Many attributes are already in your store in another form: your variant options ("Color: Black, Olive") or words in your title and description ("100% cotton"). Listproof reads those and suggests the matching attribute values for you to approve — it never fills an attribute that isn't supported by your own product details.

Source: Shopify product taxonomy (release 2026-08, MIT license). Shopify can add attributes over time; your admin always shows the current list. See also: what category attributes are.

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