Looking At Rubber Truck Mats for Pickups

Whether you are a contractor carrying equipment around to various jobs, or just want to store some tools and things in the back of your pickup truck, a bed mat can be very useful.  These flat rubber mats are made to fit into almost any type of truck bed and protect it from harm.  Thin and adaptable, they don’t take up much room yet keep the truck’s paint finish from scratching or rusting.  Many brands offer rubber mats, each with their own great features. Below are some of the most popular ones.

Dee Zee Rubber Truck Bed Mats

This is one of the most popular brands of rubber truck bed mats . It helps keep the bed of your vehicle safe with a custom-molded, durable rubber mat. At almost 1/2″ thick, these mats protect against the heaviest objects.  Dee Zee mat prevents damage to the paint job of your truck so you won’t worry at all about carrying old, rusted, or sharp items in the truck.  It also helps reduce the sounds caused by objects shaking around in the truck.  The rubber material also helps keep loose items from sliding or slipping while you are driving.  Because it is heat and cold resistant, it can be left in the truck bed all year.

This mat is designed by Dee Zee to have better air flow with the inclusion of rounded nubs on the underside to give the mat a slight lift away from the truck bed.  This is helpful in protecting pickups by keeping moisture from becoming trapped against it.  The removal of this mat from your truck bed is also made easy.

DualLiner Truck Bed Liners

The interlocking technology of DualLiner allows users to enjoy its comprehensive coverage.  This multi-component bed liner system includes four hard plastic side wall covers and a rubber bed mat.  With the special “C” channel locks on each of the components, these pieces are easy to install to create a complete bed liner.  You do not need to drill into your truck to install the mat, and you do not need to apply any coating to keep the bed liner in place.

For the purpose of making crawling around in the truck bed easier, the thick composite rubber of a DualLiner bed mat provides a soft and slightly textured surface.  It protects your truck paint and also absorbs shocks to keep sharp, heavy objects from making a lot of noise.  The custom-fitting sidewalls are also employed to protect the inside walls of your truck bed from getting dented and scraped.  A UV resistant chemical used on the sidewalls assists them in resisting degradation and fading over time.

A DualLiner product warranty gives additional protection for customers.  The company can replace your bed liner if it has a defect in the artistry or the material.  If you sell your pickup with the bed liner fitted in it, your warranty is transferable to a new owner.

TrailFX Bed Mat

TrailFX is a good option when you just want a simple, easy to install bed mat.  This well-known brand name provides a custom-molded mat for use in most model and makes.  It is also available in a universal application bed mat.  For a better fit in your truck bed, you only need to tweak it a bit.  TrailFX bed mats are made from Nyracord, a special blend of rubber and nylon that is extremely durable and strong and they are 3/8″ thick.  It will resist cracking or breaking, wear and tear, even in the most extreme weather situations.  Truck owners will love the comfort and ruggedness of this bed mat.

The mat features a textured pebble surface top to prevent loose items from moving around in the back of the truck.  Loading and unloading of cargo are also made easier with a series of horizontal raised ribs along the surface.  The underside is textured as well to encourage drainage and evaporation of moisture.  Meaning that your truck bed will be safe from rust and mildew when it rains.

TrailFX offers a limited 90-day warranty to the original owner when you buy directly from the manufacturer.  The manufacturer may be able to send you a replacement if a defect is found within that period.

BedRug Mat

The BedRug Mat is great for truck owners who want a bed mat that fits as snugly as a bug in a rug.  This custom-molded, 3/4″ polypropylene mat incorporates ribbed backing that neatly fits into the grooves of a truck bed. If you walk on it, you’ll be able to walk on a firm, smooth, and flat surface that won’t bend and dip under your weight.  It is soft enough to sleep on during camping trips and even great for pets, as the mat’s surface has the feel and look of a carpet.  This foam rubber material won’t chafe or scratch the clear coat finish on a pickup truck.

BedRug made custom-fit mats for a lot of models and makes of truck, as well as to suit any bed protection product already fitted in your vehicle.  Installation of a BedRug mat won’t require any drilling, and it’s quite straightforward. It uses a hook and loop fastener system to keep attached to the truck bed.  This rubber truck bed mat is both comfortable to walk, sit, or sleep on as well as tough.

Rubber Mats Versus Hard Plastic Bed Liners

When it comes to bed protection Truck owners, have many alternatives to choose from.  Because they are durable, inexpensive, and like rubber mats, hard plastic bed liners are a popular alternative.

The advantages of plastic bed liners are the following:

• Resists stains
• Holds its shape
• Short sidewall to prevent spills.
• Custom-molded to fit the truck bed using measurements taken by lasers

The disadvantages of plastic bed liners are the following:

• Lacks flexibility
• Harder on the knees and feet
• Will not prevent sliding

You may want to stick with a rubber truck bed mat, for a better texture and improved grip.  Many brands of these mats come custom-molded for your particular vehicle; they are weather-resistant as well as UV-resistant.  For the installation of bed mats, you don’t need special tools, and they are easily removable.  Rubber mats are definitely the way to go.  You just have to decide which company is the best fit for you and your truck.