Bed Liners & Mats
Are tools, boxes and gravel scratching the paint in your truck bed, or does your cargo slide around while you drive? A bed mat or full bed liner puts a protective layer between cargo and bed and can give your load better grip. It's for you if you use your pickup for work, leisure or both.
Bed mat, bed liner or bed rail reinforcement
A bed mat lies on the bed floor and absorbs impacts, scratches and sliding cargo – e.g. Husky Liners Guardian Comfort Bed Mat or Heavy Duty Bed Mat. A full bed liner, such as the Husky Liners Guardian Comfort Bed Liner – Full for Ford F-150 SuperCrew, can protect more of the bed than just the floor. BedRug is available, among others, as a bed liner for Dodge Ram with a 5.7 ft bed without Rambox. Bed rail reinforcements from Cali Raised LED, e.g. for the 2024+ Toyota Tacoma, are also part of this category, as are the brands Access and Westin.
How to choose for your pickup
Mats and liners are shaped for specific beds, so fitment depends on several factors:
- Bed length – the same model can come with several lengths, e.g. Toyota Tacoma with a 5 or 6 ft bed.
- Cab type and model year – e.g. SuperCrew, double cab or extended cab.
- Optional equipment – e.g. whether a RAM has Rambox, as several products are made for beds without it.
- Use and other equipment – consider grip and thickness, and whether the liner works together with e.g. a tonneau cover.
Always compare the product description with your vehicle's details before you choose.
Installation and maintenance
A mat is typically laid loose in the bed, while a full liner may require more fitting; follow the instructions for the specific part number. Lift or remove the mat regularly so gravel and moisture don't collect underneath and wear the paint. Clean according to the manufacturer's instructions. You'll find more equipment for the bed under truck bed and pickup accessories.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a bed mat and a full bed liner?
A bed mat typically covers only the bed floor, while a full liner can cover more of the bed's surfaces. Exactly what is covered depends on the product, so check the description for the specific part number.
Does a mat fit every bed on the same vehicle model?
Not necessarily. The same model can have different bed lengths, cabs and optional equipment such as Rambox. Check model year, cab type and bed length against the product description before you order.
Do I need to remove the mat to clean the bed?
It's a good idea to lift or take out the mat regularly so dirt, gravel and moisture don't stay underneath it. Clean the mat itself according to the manufacturer's instructions.