Material Summary
Our assortment of car cover materials includes 11 unique fabrics, each having specific performance characteristics to meet every protection need. Below is a brief description of each car cover material. For more detailed information on any of our fabrics, simply click on a car cover material description. As a convenience, we have also provided a Material Comparison Performance Chart so you can compare the performance of one material to others in order to make the best choice for the protection of your vehicle.
Affordable 3-ply non-woven cover offers excellent protection!
CoverMates® Select fabric is the thickest 3-layer material available anywhere! Two layers of spun-bonded polypropylene with a third middle layer of weatherproof film makes Select a great choice for protection in heavy moisture areas. CoverMates® Select is available in our universal fitting car covers and is economically priced for the budget-minded consumer. This car cover material is gray in color and comes with a factory 2-year warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 4 years.
4-ply non-woven cover offers a thick barrier against dirt & dings!
CoverMates® Select Plus car cover material is a part of our semi-custom fitting car covers collection. If you’re looking for the best padded protection against dings, scratches and small dents, our Select Plus car cover material is your answer! Available in gray, this four-ply fabric is made up of 3 layers of soft nonwoven composite material with a layer of specialized micro porous melt-blown film. Select Plus car cover material comes with a 3-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 5 years.
Durable woven polyester cover is moisture resistant & light-weight!
CoverMates ® Elite car cover material is a soft, woven 300D polyester fabric that offers superior performance in several areas. This special protective car cover material is one layer so the cover is light weight, yet tough as nails! A special water-resistant treatment has been applied to the material so moisture simply beads and runs off the cover. Typically reserved for premium priced custom covers, Elite is a part of our semi-custom fitting car covers collection. It is available in a khaki beige color and comes with a 3-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 5 years.
Solution-dyed polyester cover offers all weather protection!
CoverMates® Ultima car cover material is truly unique because it performs at a level equal to the most expensive custom covers without the custom price! Ultima is a 300D solution-dyed polyester that has been exclusively developed by The Cover Store and stands above the rest in resistance to moisture and UV damage while maintaining breathability. Ultima is available in our semi-custom fitting car covers and is offered in Dove Grey. This car cover material carries the best warranty of any of our car covers with a 5-year warranty from the factory plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 7 years.
Indoor 4-ply non-woven cover protects against dust & scratches!
Considered to be among the best Indoor car covers, a Dustop™ car cover features soft material to protect your vehicle’s finish. It blocks dust particles while offering optimal breathability. This particular 4-layer material provides ample protection against dings and scratches. Dustop™ material is also light-weight making the car cover easier to handle. Available in custom fit, this material is tan and is backed by a 4-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 6 years.
Woven polyester cover with urethane top coat reflects heat!
Reflec'tect's material is a UV reflective polyester that is light-weight in nature making it easy to put on, take off and store. Reflec'tect material is also water-resistant, yet provides adequate breathability protection from moisture accumulation. Whether indoors or out, Reflec'tect's soft lining and the ability to block dust and dirt makes it a great choice for protecting your vehicle's finish. Available in custom fit, this material is silver and is backed by a 3-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 5 years.
Economical 3-ply non-woven cover performs well all around!
BLOCK-IT 380™ material incorporates spun-bonded synthetic fibers in the inner and outer layer and is by nature a breathable fabric. In order to make it resistant to moisture penetration a semi-permeable membrane is sandwiched in-between the inner and outer layers. The result is a performance material that is lightweight, breathable and water resistant. Available in custom fit, this material is taupe and is backed by a 3-year factory warranty plus our 2-year bonus warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 5 years.
Thick 4-ply non-woven cover is an all weather protective cover!
Noah™ car cover material consists of a 4 layered material that provides a thick pad of protection against dents, dings and scratches. The inside layer of a Noah ™ cover material is a soft synthetic non-woven layer of fabric that further protects your vehicle's finish from scratches as well. Available in custom fit, this material is gray and backed by a 4-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 6 years.
Solution-dyed polyester cover performs in the harsh elements!
Utra'tect™ car cover material is a unique blend of double twisted 150D yarns making it strong and durable without compromising softness. The color is added to the synthetic polymer before the fiber is formed and the yarn is extruded, giving it the excellent UV resistant properties. Water repellency is achieved by a "HydroMax" topcoat that is applied to the fabric after it has been weaved. Available in custom fit, this material is backed by a 4-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 6 years.
Light-weight solution-dyed polyester cover provides optimal protection!
WeatherShield® HP material is a light weight, high-strength woven solution-dyed polyester fabric that is extremely fade-resistant while also blocking nearly 100% of the UV from getting through to your vehicle. This material provides maximum performance against the damaging effects from the sun. Available in custom fit, WeatherShield® HP comes in an assortment of colors and is backed by a 4-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 6 years.
Heavy duty solution-dyed polyester cover offers superior performance!
WeatherShield® HD material is a heavy weight, high-strength woven solution-dyed polyester fabric providing maximum performance against the damaging effects from the sun. Weathershield HD® uses EPIC® encapsulation technology, which essentially changes an already high-performance material into a super fabric! Available in custom fit, this material comes in gray and is backed by a 5-year factory warranty plus our 2-year warranty bonus for a total warranty coverage of 7 years.
Material Comparison Chart