Where should car door edge guards be installed?
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Car door edge guards should be installed on the protruding corners of the doors. These guards are made of rubber or natural rubber and serve as exterior car decorations, primarily protecting the vehicle from minor scratches and damage to components. The installation method for car door edge guards is as follows: 1. Open the door and locate the protruding areas prone to collisions; 2. Wash the car with water and dry the area where the guard will be applied with a towel; 3. Slowly peel off the backing adhesive; 4. Align the guard to the position and press gently to ensure full adhesion to the car surface; 5. Avoid washing the car within 48 hours after installation to prevent the adhesive from getting wet and losing its stickiness.
I remember when I first started driving, I always installed the anti-collision strips in a messy way. Later, I discovered that the best position is the curved edge at the outermost part of the car door, especially the area that makes first contact when opening the door—usually near the bottom of the door side or around the door handle. Why? Because in tight parking spaces, this area absorbs impact most effectively, preventing scratches on the car paint. I prefer applying a continuous strip along the door line without breaks, and I always clean the surface thoroughly before sticking it on. This way, it lasts for one or two years. When driving in crowded places like parking lots or roadside spots, these little strips really save a lot of hassle and reduce neighborly friction.
