5 Tips to Buying the Perfect Seat Cover
For a lot of people, buying a car is a large investment, one to
be well cared for. Perhaps, the easiest, most reliable way to
protect the value of your vehicle is to fit it with seat covers.
This can be a minimal investment; however, price should not be
the only consideration while shopping for covers. Before you
pick out your new seat covers, consider these tips.
1- The most important thing to remember when shopping for seat
covers is to know the exact make and model of your car. I know
this sounds obvious, but without the exact specifications, you
could end up with the perfect seat covers that are completely
wrong for your car. You will need to know what type of seats you
have, if it is a bench seat, is there a split? Pay attention to
what type of headrest your seats are made with; are they bucket
seats or captains' chairs? All of these differences will have an
impact on what seat cover is the right one for your vehicle.
2- Now that you know the type of cover you are looking for, its
time to think about price. Seat covers for your car are just
like most other things in life quality will cost more. A high
quality seat cover will be more expensive, but it will not shift
around on the seat or wear out quickly. However, there is
something to be said for buying a less expensive seat cover. If
you are the type of person who likes to change their
environment, then purchasing a cheaper cover that will be
replaced rather quickly is probably a good idea for you.
3- Pay close attention to the type of material that the covers
are made of. Ideally, you are looking for something that is
machine washable, stain and water repellent, something that is
tough and durable, these will be used everyday. There is a large
variety of materials that are used for seat covers and they all
have their own advantages. For example, sheepskin keeps a steady
temperature in the cold and heat alike, making it ideal for most
climates. While canvas, Cordoba and tweed are known for quality
and durability.
4- It's best to look for and purchase seat covers from
manufacturers that offer a lifetime warranty. Keeping the
receipt is a vital part of being able to use the warranty if it
is needed, keep it in the glove box with other important papers.
5- If, after shopping around, you still are unable to find just
the right cover in just the right material and pattern, consider
getting it custom made. Custom-made seat covers are available
from many upholstery shops as well as from many online stores.
Buying custom-made seat covers allows you to get a seat cover
that not only fits your seat, but also your personality.