Tonneau covers are everywhere and one thing you’ll notice about them is how they come in different shapes and sizes! Witness the streets and you’ll discover the different models of tonneau covers – simple, big, soft, versatile, automatic and convenient are just some of the words you can use to describe them. If you’re clueless about the names of these covers, worry not as we’ll look at the most popular types of tonneau covers that you most likely will find in the roads today, starting with the most popular one:
The soft roll-up tonneau cover is made of vinyl cloth and it is simply one of the easiest ways to own a tonneau cover. Not only is it affordable but it is also very versatile and easy to replace so it’s great for people who are hauling around huge objects such as furniture or industrial materials that would have a hard time fitting under a traditional hard tonneau cover.
While roll-up covers are popular, you’ll also find the folding tonneau covers to be as popular. They can be somewhat as versatile as the roll-up covers but is much more convenient in terms of how they can be opened and accessed. Simply lift the cover from the back end and it will fold on top of itself which is pretty handy for those who are always in a rush. This type of truck bed cover could come in hard or soft models and is one of the most convenient to use so if you’re looking for an easy, affordable and convenient type of cover, consider the folding tonneau covers.
Next are the retractable tonneau covers – while they always come in the hard models, they’re simply the most convenient types of covers you can find! Drag the retractable cover towards the cab and it will stack neatly and can be hidden on a small canister behind the cab. It sounds a bit complicated at first but give it a try and you’ll find that all these can be done within five seconds! Good news is that you can pull it back out and fully protect your truck bed and its cargo with the same amount of effort.
Last but not the least is the hinge truck bed cover – a rather simple but effective type of tonneau covers. Install it on your truck bed and lift one end to expose the truck bed partially and hold it up with a hinge. Do this on both back corners of the truck bed and you’ll have immediate access to your cargo all the while keeping the cover on which is really convenient.