{"id":11053,"date":"2020-06-30T16:21:48","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T23:21:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=11053"},"modified":"2026-02-07T00:52:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T08:52:53","slug":"how-to-unfold-your-bumper-cover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-unfold-your-bumper-cover\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Unfold &#038; Prep Your Bumper Cover for Installation"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<!-- Added by Post\/Page Specific Custom Code plugin, thank you for using! --><html><head><style>.blocks-gallery-grid .blocks-gallery-image img, .blocks-gallery-grid .blocks-gallery-item img, .wp-block-gallery .blocks-gallery-image img, .wp-block-gallery .blocks-gallery-item img { width: 300px; }\r\n\r\n.blocks-gallery-grid .blocks-gallery-image, .blocks-gallery-grid .blocks-gallery-item, .wp-block-gallery .blocks-gallery-image, .wp-block-gallery .blocks-gallery-item { margin: 0 4px 16px 0; }<\/style>\n<\/head><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column11053_0b22f3-fd inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-ace019  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-1b3c89\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading11053_251ebc-20\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most unpainted aftermarket bumper covers come folded to assume a more compact form, but they&rsquo;ll unfold into their proper shape once they&rsquo;re warmed up properly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can use natural heat from the sun to restore the bumper cover to its original shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also unfold the bumper cover indoors by using a heat gun.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;ve just received your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-body-parts\/#Bumper_and_Bumper_Cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"bumper cover\">bumper cover<\/a>, you may be wondering why it&rsquo;s <em>folded<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most unpainted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/bumper-cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"aftermarket bumper covers\">aftermarket bumper covers<\/a> come folded to assume a more compact form. Folding our bumper covers allows us to help our customers enjoy savings on shipping costs. Since they&rsquo;re made of shape-memory plastic, they will unfold into their proper shape once they are warmed up properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Unfold Your Bumper Cover\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hooGaw_c3G0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s a step-by-step guide on how to unpack, unfold, and get your bumper cover ready for installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Remove the bumper cover from its packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/remove-bumper-cover-from-packaging-1024x565.png\" alt=\"remove bumper cover from packaging\" class=\"wp-image-180395\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Take extra care when using a blade or knife to open the packaging to avoid accidentally damaging the surface of your bumper cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Look for the instructions in the box and read them carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Check the bumper cover for major scratches or defects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/paint-will-take-care-of-minor-scratches-1024x529.png\" alt=\"paint will take care of minor scratches\" class=\"wp-image-180397\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see any minor scuffs, don&rsquo;t worry&mdash;your bumper cover comes pre-primed for protection and should be scuffed completely before applying your chosen primer and paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two ways to unfold your bumper cover. Depending on time constraints, available space, and weather conditions, you can either do this outdoors or inside your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Outdoor Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This approach makes use of the natural heat from the sun to restore the bumper cover to its original shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes much longer but does not require any tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/place-on-cardboard-outside-in-the-sun-1024x569.png\" alt=\"place on cardboard outside in the sun\" class=\"wp-image-180398\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Find a spot that gets a lot of direct sunlight, and place your bumper cover on a cardboard or a soft surface facing down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;ll take anywhere between one to four hours to unfold, depending on how warm it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/let-sit-for-one-to-four-hours-1024x565.png\" alt=\"let sit for one to four hours\" class=\"wp-image-180399\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"566\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image-1024x566.png\" alt=\"image\" class=\"wp-image-180400\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>2. After two to three hours, flip your bumper cover so it faces forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/flip-bumper-cover-to-lay-face-down-for-last-hour-1024x541.png\" alt=\"flip bumper cover to lay face down for last hour\" class=\"wp-image-180401\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Flip your bumper cover and leave it face up for the last hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Test fit your unfolded bumper on your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rsi-card\">\n  <div class=\"rsi-thumb\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/d_noimage.jpg\/b_white\/e_sharpen,e_auto_brightness,e_auto_contrast\/f_auto\/q_auto:eco,dpr_auto\/w_873,h_873,c_pad\/images\/repn010348pq_3\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"rsi-info\">\n    <span class=\"rsi-title\">The Best Bumper Cover Brands: Reliable Replacements for Your Car<\/span>\n    <span class=\"rsi-desc\">See which trusted brands carry reliable replacement bumper covers. Compare price ranges, locations, assembly types, and more, then choose a bumper cover that matches your vehicle.<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-best-bumper-cover-brands-reliable-replacements-for-your-car-quickref\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Discover Your Options\">Discover Your Options<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indoor Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If direct sunlight is not available or if you have no outdoor space, you can also unfold the bumper cover indoors using a heat gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&rsquo;t have a heat gun, you may also use a blow dryer. Although it may take longer, it&rsquo;ll still get the job done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Position the bumper with the creased areas facing the front. Hold the heat gun several inches away from the creases and keep it moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/place-on-cardboard-either-indoors-or-outdoors-1024x543.png\" alt=\"place on cardboard either indoors or outdoors\" class=\"wp-image-180402\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/apply-heat-with-gun-1024x542.png\" alt=\"apply heat with gun\" class=\"wp-image-180404\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Avoid pointing the heat gun at one spot for too long as excessive heat can distort or melt the plastic. Keep the gun moving to spread the heat evenly across the surface of the bumper cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times-1024x543.png\" alt=\"keep heat gun moving at all times\" class=\"wp-image-180405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times-1024x543.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times-768x407.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times-150x80.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/keep-heat-gun-moving-at-all-times.png 1512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Test fit your unfolded bumper on your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If some parts need more work, you may repeat the process and use your heat gun until it&rsquo;s completely straightened out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your bumper cover is fully unfolded, you can proceed to priming and painting it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"shop-project\">\n\n    <h2>Shop this Project<\/h2>\n\n    <ul class=\"shop-project-list\">\n        \n        <li>\n            <div class=\"shop-project-item\">\n                <div class=\"stp-image-url\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/details\/bumper-cover\/replacement\/repf010308p\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label='&lt;img src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/images\/repf010308p_1\" alt=\"Replacement &ndash; Front Primed Bumper Cover\" \/&gt;'><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/images\/repf010308p_1\" alt=\"Replacement &ndash; Front Primed Bumper Cover\"><\/a>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"stp-desc\">\n                                            <p class=\"stp-title\">\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/details\/bumper-cover\/replacement\/repf010308p\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Replacement &ndash; 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