Whether you’re protecting your car’s upholstery from the sun’s UV rays, food and drink spills or simply tossing around kids and pets, a good  of custom seat covers are worth the investment. Many are designed to be easy to clean, which is important since your seats take a beating. Many of the most popular choices are made from neoprene or neosupreme, synthetic materials that look like scuba-suit material and are durable and water-resistant. If you’re not a fan of these, however, there are plenty of other options including cotton and leather.

Custom Seat Covers: Elevate Your Car’s Interior with Personalized Style and Functionality

In most cases, these are purchases of function over style, as they’re intended to provide resistance to extreme abuse day in and day out whether your vehicle is a work truck or police vehicle. Camouflage patterns are common, but there’s a good selection of solid color options as well.

It’s critical that you choose a model that fits the seats in your vehicle well. Some brands claim to have a universal fit, but this is often not the case. If the product you choose is too large or too small, it’s likely to not stay securely in place or bunch up and look unsightly.

Another consideration is how easy it is to install the seat covers. Most have straps to keep them in place, and you want these to be strong, flexible and durable. Look for straps that can adjust to accommodate different headrest heights as well as buckles to secure the cover in a seated position. You should also look for a manufacturer that offers a warranty and read reviews to see how well the product holds up over time.