# How to Fit a Car Cover without Damaging the Paint

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Car maintenance and care can go a long way in retaining its value and lifespan. Therefore, car owners must be careful about the condition of the vehicle. The exterior of the car is exposed to dust, sun, and other elements that can damage it. Even though car owners have a garage or parking space at home they may have to park on the street when they are at work. As the car will be parked outside for hours, it makes the paint vulnerable to damage with exposure. So, if car owners will not be using the car for some time, it can be a good idea to cover it with a car cover for the sake of protection.

 However, the car cover picked should be made from material that will not scratch the car or damage the paint job in any way. If the wrong type of cover is used or fitted cover in general, then it can cause damage.

### The Purpose of Using a Car Cover

The primary purpose of a car cover is to protect the vehicle from damage due to extended exposure to elements. If the car is parked for hours in rain or sun, the exterior will be impacted. A car cover can protect the car from the UV rays of the scorching sun or cold winter. Direct sunlight can fade the paint of the exterior but if a car cover that comes with UV protection is used the paint can last without fading for years. **If the cover is waterproof**, it can protect the car during rain and in winters it can save the vehicle from moisture from settling on the car and turn into frost. It is not easy to remove frost from the car windshield and consumes time as well.

If water settles on the surface of the car, it can lead to rust so a waterproof cover can be effective in protecting the car from accumulating rust. **Water repellent covers will protect the car against water accumulation but also if the material is breathable, it will also allow for condensation underneath to evaporate.**

Putting a [car cover](https://www.dragonmart.ae/car-covers/cp) also keeps the car relatively clean and protects it from bird dropping, tree saps, pollen, and dust. In case it is parked next to other vehicles, the cover can also protect it from damage when someone opens the door of their car.

### Finding the Right Cover for the Vehicle

The importance of car cover cannot be ignored but it is equally important to choose a cover that is the right fit for the vehicle otherwise you may be doing more damage to the car than protecting it. Commonly, there are two types of car covers, one for **indoors and the other for outdoors**. The indoor covers are made of softer material and primarily keeps dust off the car. The covers are made of a stretchable material so it means that they have a certain level of versatility as they can fit any shape.

For outdoor covers, the types of covers vary depending on the weather that the car owner needs the cover for. **Not every cover has the ability to give all-around protection for example from frost, dust, UV rays, and water.** For those who live in hot climates, it is ideal to choose a car cover that is insulated so that it protects from UV rays and keeps the car temperature cool.

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### Best Car Cover to Avoid Damage

If car owners do not choose the right car cover, they can end up damaging the vehicle while putting on the cover. To avoid damage to the paint of the car, choosing the right fit is necessary. There are several things that one can consider while choosing an ideal car cover for the vehicle:

·         **Material:** Car covers that are made with fleece lining are likely to do less damage. The softer material reduces the risk of the surface getting micro-scratches that can build up over time. If the cover is made of harder material, then it can damage the surface. 

·         **Fitting:** Car covers should fit the vehicle perfectly, if the car owner struggles while making the cover fit, they can end up scratching the vehicle in the process.

·         **Custom Car Cover:** For outdoor covers, it is best to get one made customized to the vehicle’s size and shape. The cost of a customized cover will be more than a regular one, but it will minimize the cover flapping in the air or damaging the vehicle. The cost will be less than getting a paint job.

·         **Ready-fit cover:** For those who cannot get a custom cover, they can choose a ready-fit car cover. These covers are designed to fit a certain shape of a car such as sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, etc. There is a chance that these do not fit the car perfectly, but there will be less excess material.

·         **Universal cover:** This is the type of cover you should avoid as it is merely sheets of plastic that can cover any car but fit poorly. The risk of scratches and repair work with this cover is high.