Hard tonneau covers are as good as their soft counterparts as far as hauling large cargo is concerned. There are four main types of this truck bed cover available in the market and the companies that make them. There's a hard tonneau that can meet your needs or requirements ranging from the more expensive and stylish fiberglass that looks great on any pickup truck to the inexpensive and very flexible covers specially designed for trucks used for a living.
Aluminum. Bed covers that are hard and made of aluminum are perfect for those who need covers for their trucks when these are used for tough hauling and transport. These kinds of covers can withstand wear and tear and are strong enough to withstand heavy cargo. This cover weighs about half the weight of fiberglass. The Lazer Lite is a good quality hard cover made from this metal which is the same material used in the manufacture of the truck's doors and body. The Lazer Lite tonneau is thicker by 50% as compared to the hood of the Ford F150. This can be painted to match the color of your truck.
Retractable. With this type of tonneau covers of the hard type, you will be able to haul large cargo. Pace Edwards leads the production of this type of cover which is constructed of extruded aluminum panels put together with the use of patented hinge seal in silicon. Operating the cover can be done with the touch of a button. Once opened, it can be contained in a canister stored towards the front of the bed. This cover enhances the truck’s good looks as it is very low in profile and incredibly tough. It is equipped with a brake system that is electromagnetic, where it can be locked no matter what position the cover is.
Fiberglass. This type of cover is specially-designed to fit any pickup truck including the Classic models. This tonneau is considered the most versatile and stylish among all hard tonneau covers. The option of purchasing the traditional hinged model from the TL Series of Gaylord’s; or the models of the double folding units like the Gaylord Butterfly depends on your choice. The unique butterfly type is hinged along the centre of the truck bed where you can have access to either side.
Polymer. This is now becoming a popular choice among pickup truck owners since this material is tougher than fiberglass though it weigh lighter and cost lesser. The black finish of matte already makes your truck very good-looking although they can be painted but producers don't recommend it. The Undercover tonneau cover is the leading brand for this cover where the company is patented for the advanced polymers and X-effect design used. When you buy the cover, you also get a mounting system for the garage wall.
There is a model and type of tonneau cover to fit your needs and requirements and if you decide to buy one, you won't regret your decision.