Bedliner : What is it?
| Bedliners are thick, protective surfaces used in pick-up trucks to prevent the truck bed surfaces from scratches and dents. They are made of durable rubber or plastic that resists corrosion and rust. They are available in rubber, spray-in, and hard plastic varieties.
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Kinds of Bedliners include the following: |
Rubber Bedliners
- Rubber Bedliners are made of rubber no more than an inch thick.
- They have trimmed and molded corners to fit truck bed edges easily.
- They are thick enough to muffle the sound of bulky equipment being placed at the back of trucks.
- They usually have traction on the undersides that prevent sliding.
- They can be cleaned with soap and water to get rid of dust, dirt, and mud.
- They are affordable and easy to replace when worn.
Spray-in Bedliners
- Spray-in Bedliners contains base coats, liner fluids, and catalysts.
- They are sprayed on truck beds.
- They dry hard, leaving a coated layer that can resists scratches, dents, and cuts.
- They should only be applied by professionals in well-ventilated areas.
Hard Plastic Bedliners
- Hard Plastic Bedliners are made of weatherproof polymer fiber.
- They are molded to conform to the sides, tailgate, and edges.
- They are secured by small screws drilled into the bed.
- They have nonskid surfaces that prevent tools and equipment from moving around while on the road.
- They can also have soft, carpet-like surfaces.
- The more expensive models have foam bases.
- They can be cleaned easily using soap and a high-pressure hose.
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Protection: For better protection, choose a hard plastic bedliner that also covers the sides of your truck bed, not just the tailgate and edges.
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