How To Protect Your Car's Interior During Winter

The cabin floor carpets cover the length of the floor pan and protect the floor from accumulating dirt and moisture. This is very important as this prevents the metal floor pan from damage such as rust over extended exposure. But these carpets are usually made from fabric which is not very durable. To protect the floor carpet, floor mats are used that cover the most prone areas of the carpet like where the passengers rest their feet. Standard floor mats that come with the vehicle have very basic protection and wear out over time, especially the driver-side mats. The fabric material absorbs water and dust which leads to foul smells, dirt, and grime in the cabin. Snow and salt can form deposits on the mats which may be very hard to remove. If you have children or pets, then you already know how prone your interior is to dirt, debris, hair, spills, etc. This necessitates that you install floor mats and liners in your car to protect and enhance the cabin. 

Here are a few WeatherTech products you can install in your car to protect the cabin and cargo floor:

WeatherTech All-weather floor mats provide a durable and customized look to the interior. They have many advantages over standard floor mats and come with many extra features such as waterproofing, choice of colours, etc. that make them an ideal choice for those looking for the best alternatives to factory or other aftermarket floor mats.

A. Offers Better Protection

WeatherTech Floor Mats are made from a Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) material which is completely waterproof and has sculpted channels that trap water and prevent spills from reaching the floor carpets. This is a very useful advantage over standard floor mats that are made from fabric, which are prone to staining that can be impossible to remove. Trapping liquids and other debris like road salts prevent them from seeping into the floor carpet where, over time, the moisture and road salt can create deposits that can cause rust and corrosion on the metal floor pan. This is very common in Canada during the winter season when your shoes can drag in road salts and snow into the cabin floor which can potentially cause rust. The TPE material stays flexible no matter how cold or hot it gets. 

B. Easy To Clean

The waterproof material makes them very easy to clean. They can be hosed off to remove any dirt and debris. Any spills on the floor are contained within the floor mat ridges so you don't have to worry about the carpet getting dirty. The rubber-like material is easy to clean and lasts longer than fabric without absorbing or staining the mats. 

C. Enhances Aesthetics

Their unique design provides an aesthetic advantage over traditional floor mats. They are available in many colours to match the interior of your car. Most front and rear mat applications are model specific, while others offer the best possible fit for your vehicle. Some rear floor mats are designed to be trimmed to be customized to fit almost any vehicle. They are suitable for daily drivers, off-roaders, SUVs, trucks, minivans, etc.

D. Retains The Resale Value

One of the most important aspects that are considered when buying a used car is the condition of the vehicle cabin. While you may have a well-maintained engine, it's hard to judge that, but what's easy to judge is how you maintain the car’s interior. A cabin with pristine car seats and floor carpets is going to affirm to the new buyer that the vehicle is always been taken good care of. Protect your investment and enhance its resale value by using floor mats that protect and enhance the interior while saving you money in the long run. 

WeatherTech Floor Liners are the best and most advanced floor protection available in the market. Floor liners are like floor mats but offer even better coverage and preservation of the floor carpet. They conform to the floor completely and accurately thanks to their application-specific design. They are made from a patented High-Density Tri-Extruded (HDTE) material that provides a rigid core for strength while offering surface friction to the carpet for better adhesion and a tactile surface feel. They can be availed in a variety of colour styles to suit your preferences.

WeatherTech Floor Liners offer all the advantages of the WeatheTech Floor Mats with the added advantage of even better coverage. The floor liners cover the entire length of the floor mat including up the sides of the vehicle’s footwell. This means every inch of the floor is covered with its patented material which not only increases protection but also looks better than small sectioned floor mats. The liners are custom designed according to the dimensions of each vehicle floor using digital laser measurements of interior surfaces. Advanced surfacing creates channels that carry debris and fluids to a reservoir with more channeling to help minimize fluid movement while driving. The fluid stays trapped in the reservoir, away from shoes and clothes, and can be easily removed for cleaning. Any snow and ice dragged along with shoes and clothing can easily be removed without worrying about it damaging the carpets. The larger surface area of protection eliminates any chances of water seepage or spills into the carpets. WeatherTech Floor liners offer the best protection for your cabin floor. 

Much like Floor Liners, WeatherTech offers cargo liners as well that aim to protect the cargo and trunk areas of the vehicle that are prone to considerable wear and tear. If you haul the sort of cargo that can leave stains on your carpet, then a cargo liner is essential. They also help contain any spills and leaks while hauling cargo with their raised lip so you can drive worry-free. It's made from a proprietary custom-blended TPE material that stays flexible during harsh winter months while protecting your cargo and carpet. Apart from their protection capabilities, the cargo liners also create a more sophisticated cargo area with their unique look. They can be matched to your vehicle's interior colours or you may opt for something more suited to your taste.

Cargo liners can also be availed with a WeatherTech Bumper Protector that further enhance the cargo area protection. The bumper protector unfolds to sit on the bumper and protect the bumper while loading or unloading goods from the trunk. It is made from a highly durable vinyl fabric material and can be easily snapped onto the Cargo Liner with stainless, rust-resistant snaps.