Tonneau Covers Materials Guide
You know that a tonneau cover adds to the looks of your pickup as well as improves your gas mileage. They even make your pickup more secure because of the coverage of the cargo bed. But which kind of material is best for your rig? When choosing a tonneau cover, you have lot of material options. This run-down will help you decide which is best for your vehicle.
Cover it with a vinyl tonneau cover
Usually vinyl tonneau covers come in either slant-side, snap covers or tounge and groove.
- Slant-side covers are made to keep moisture out of the bed. The angled sides won't keep your bed completely dry, but they do a better job than most others.
- Tongue and groove covers have an easy to use closure that cuts down on moisture
- Snap-on vinyl tonneau covers offer you easy access, too. Roll-up covers with tongue-and-groove seals around the perimeter are positively groovy. Leatherette or vinyl tonneau covers are also the most common and versatile.
Fiberglass tonneau covers have style and more
Even if purchased after market, a fiberglass tonneau cover offers supreme durability with great looks. Some fiberglass tonneaus have gas struts to assist with lifting and closing, because they can be quite heavy - up to 150 pounds. And, if you need extreme weather-tightness, a fiberglass tonneau cover is just what you need. Many varieties can be color-matched to your vehicle, or you can stick with basic match-everything black.
Get great looks with metal tonneau covers
Metal tonneau covers bring authentic racing style to your truck. The trucks in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series have metal tonneau covers, and your rig takes on a truly aerodynamic look. And, you get a high degree of durability and security. While most aluminum covers are one solid piece, some metal tonneau covers are made of segmented aluminum and roll open and closed. Like fiberglass, metal tonneau covers can be paint matched with your vehicle.