Can a Car Cover Scratch Your Paint? Myths Busted
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Can a Car Cover Scratch Your Paint? Myths Busted

Can a Car Cover Scratch Your Paint?Can a Car Cover Scratch Your Paint?

No Scratches

No Scratches

IntroductionIntroduction

The short answer is: a *good* car cover, used correctly, will not scratch your paint. A *bad* cover, used incorrectly, definitely will.The short answer is: a *good* car cover, used correctly, will not scratch your paint. A *bad* cover, used incorrectly, definitely will.

The CulpritsThe Culprits

1. Loose Fit: Universal covers flap in the wind, grinding dirt into the clear coat.: Universal covers flap in the wind, grinding dirt into the clear coat.

2. Dirty Car: Putting a cover on a dirty car traps abrasive particles.: Putting a cover on a dirty car traps abrasive particles.

3. Harsh Materials: Cheap synthetic covers act like sandpaper.: Cheap synthetic covers act like sandpaper.

The Beyond Cover PromiseThe Beyond Cover Promise

Our bespoke fit and ultra-soft fleece linings ensure zero scratching when applied to a clean car.Our bespoke fit and ultra-soft fleece linings ensure zero scratching when applied to a clean car.

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