BumpTek
Corner Bumper Protector Keep You Vehicle Looking New!
Street parking
is a way of life if you live or work in the city, so is the bumper
scratches that accompany this lifestyle. The problem is that a
vehicle’s painted finish is easily marred by other vehicles during
parallel parking. Keep in mind that a scuffed car bumper can cost
several hundred dollars to repaint and well over a thousand dollars
if it needs to be replaced. So, clearly it makes no sense to repaint
your bumper every time a new scuff or scratch appears. One solution
is to install corner bumper guards on areas of the bumper most
susceptible to damage. The goal is to have some type of barrier that
will cushion parking bumps and prevent other vehicles from making
direct contact with the bumpers painted surface. Now if you consider
that these guards cost only $30-$50 dollars, you will quickly
realize why these products have gained such
popularity.
How Do
Stick-On Corner Bumper Guards Work?
The nice thing
about stick on bumper protectors is that they are extremely cost
effective and easy to attach. They work by blocking direct
bumper-to-bumper contact from other vehicles. So the further away
from the vehicle that the guards extend the more effective it will
be at preventing scratches to the vehicle paint. Bumptek
bumper guards are very flexible and have excellent compression
ratio, so they will compress and then return back to its original
shape – in essence it acts as a shock absorber and barrier in
one.
Not All
Bumper Guards Are Created Equal. Why BumpTek Is The Best!
A common adage
reminds us that you get what you pay for. This holds
true even when you talk about car accessories. For many people, it
is very easy to get caught up in choosing the correct shape or style
of bumper guard that they often overlook the quality of what they
are buying. Product quality is an important factor since there may
be only a $10 or $20 dollar spread when comparing a cheap quality
bumper protector to the best quality. The Bumptek brand is
setting a new standard in quality for an industry that has generally
been focused on poor quality products. For starters Bumptek corner
and full length rear protectors are manufactured in Europe where
quality standards are higher. In addition, Bumptek products have
added value because they are generally bigger and thicker than
similar products and use premium grade materials - Bumptek is made
from a flexible material that will block and cushion parking related
bumps, while cheaper products use hard PVC plastic. So the next time
you go to a car wash or auto retailer consider the quality of what
you are buying and compare the products based on quality, not just
price.
Are Rear
Bumper Protectors Really Necessary?
A car bumper
guard is absolutely necessary if you plan on parking on the street,
especially in the city. The rationale is simple, city drivers are
more aggressive when searching for parking spaces and most will
admit to bumping the car in front and behind them during parallel
parking. While a bumper was designed to protect the vehicle as
a whole, the painted surface is easily damaged and scratched, by
even the smallest parking bumps. The problem is that almost all
license plate mounts have sharp protruding bolts or screws that will
dig into a bumper on impacts, leaving the surface pitted, and
tearing the paint off. Let’s talk reality here – most vehicles are
not equipped with reverse cameras, so drivers are forced to use
their best judgment when pulling into and out of a parking space.
The result is that parallel parkers will often bump the car in front
and behind them in order to enter or exit a spot. While a few
scratches on your bumper may not seem like a big deal to some, there
will come a time when the vehicle is traded-in or when you return
the leased vehicle and guess who will have to pay for the repairs –
you will have to pay!
With So Many Bumper Guards To Choose From
Which Is Best?
In the last few
years there has been an influx of new bumper guard options for
vehicles. With so many choices, selecting the best product can be an
inundating task. The key to making a good decision is never purchase
on impulse alone. Before making a decision you need to
evaluate all your options and decide which product is best suited
for your situation. Some factors to consider are where you park and
how often you move your car. This is important because some bumper
protectors are designed for the outdoor use and some are strictly
for indoor use. Another consideration is whether you want something
that will be affixed to the vehicle with adhesive or something
temporary that can be deployed as needed. My preference for
street parking is a good quality, stick-on bumper guard such as the
BumpTek RP-60. Once the product is attached to the vehicle you
never need to concern yourself with it again – it does its job and I
don’t have to waste time attaching and removing it. Corner bumper
guards are everywhere - on taxi cabs, delivery trucks and even
luxury cars. A major selling point is their convenience and
affordability. So, selecting the best product is not an easy task,
it ultimately depends on your personal preference, lifestyle and
budget.
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