{"id":7299,"date":"2022-08-21T18:50:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-22T01:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=7299"},"modified":"2024-02-02T08:42:29","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T16:42:29","slug":"can-you-put-seat-covers-on-heated-seats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/can-you-put-seat-covers-on-heated-seats\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Put Seat Covers on Heated Seats and Is it Safe?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><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\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .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-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_a2927a-f0{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_a2927a-f0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_a2927a-f0 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-f92623  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-aa5f70\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_50d3a1-47\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_50d3a1-47\"] 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-heading_50d3a1-47 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_50d3a1-47\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_50d3a1-47 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_50d3a1-47\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The mechanism of a heated seat is built to keep your back, thighs, and legs warm while inside the vehicle. It can be individually controlled according to the passenger&rsquo;s preferences.<\/li><li>You can check your owner&rsquo;s manual to know if you actually can put seat covers on your heated seats. Some automakers warn against replacing the seat covers on your vehicle as it can damage the warming mechanism.<\/li><li>Some automakers also caution against placing blankets, cushions, or anything that may insulate heat.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s nothing more satisfying than stepping inside a warm and toasty car after freezing outdoors on a cold winter day. In addition to cranking up the heater, you can turn on your seat warmers to take your comfort level one or two notches higher. Once considered a luxury feature in high-end vehicles, more and more mass-market models today come with heated seats as standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most people who want to protect the resale value of their cars, you may have wondered about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-car-seat-covers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"using seat covers\">using seat covers<\/a> to protect your interiors from daily wear. So, can you put <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-seat-cover-buyers-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seat covers\">seat covers<\/a> on heated seats? Before answering this question, let&rsquo;s discuss how heated seats work. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-1024x682.jpeg\" alt=\"black heated passenger seat\" class=\"wp-image-7302\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/black-car-seat.jpeg 1538w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>More and more car models nowadays come with heated seats as a standard feature. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do heated seats work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The technology behind a heated car seat is similar to that of an electric blanket. The mechanism is built inside the seat to keep your back, thighs, and legs warm while inside the vehicle. They can be individually controlled according to the passenger&rsquo;s preferences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The mechanism is typically made up of three components&mdash;a resistor, relay, and thermostat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resistor<\/strong> &ndash; also known as the heating coil, this is a long strip of wire through which electricity flows. This component got its name due to its resistance to electricity, resulting in friction that is released in the form of heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Relay switch<\/strong> &ndash; a mechanical trigger that allows electricity to flow from the car battery to the resistor in your heated seats. After you turn on the switch that turns on the heat, the resistor or heating coil receives a small amount of electricity from an initial circuit that results in a magnetic field being formed. The magnetic field is what eventually triggers the relay switch, activating the flow of electricity from your car battery to the resistor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thermostat<\/strong> &ndash; this component is included in the system to prevent it from running indefinitely and overheating. It monitors heat output, deactivating the relay once the set temperature has been reached. As the seat cools down, it triggers the initial circuit so that the relay switch can be activated and the seats can be heated by the car battery again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Put Seat Covers on Heated Seats?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When deciding whether or not to use seat covers on your heated seats, it&rsquo;s best to refer to your owner&rsquo;s manual to check if you actually can. Some automakers warn against replacing the seat covers on your vehicle as it can damage the warming mechanism. They may also caution you against placing anything on the seat that will insulate heat, such as blankets and cushions, to avoid overheating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Another question you may be wondering: can you put seat covers on heated leather seats? The short answer is that it&rsquo;s not recommended to install seat covers unless they&rsquo;re made of fire-resistant fabric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&rsquo;ve determined that seat covers are safe to use in your specific vehicle, make sure to choose a set that is specifically designed for heated seats. These are typically made of breathable, fire-resistant fabrics that will not absorb heat as much, allowing you to stay warm and toasty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"best to get a vehicle-specific seat cover\">best to get a vehicle-specific seat cover<\/a> that will not interfere with the deployment of your airbags. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"black heated leather seats of a car\" class=\"wp-image-7304\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/car-seats-black-1.jpeg 1516w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption> It&rsquo;s not recommended to put seat covers over heated leather seats unless they&rsquo;re made of fire-resistant fabric.  <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the Right Material for Heated Seat Covers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Selecting the right material for your seat covers is crucial in ensuring your health and safety. A porous, well-ventilated, and fire-resistant fabric is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neoprene and neosupreme are heavy-duty fabrics that are known to withstand heat damage. The only downside of using these thick materials is that they may affect the rate of heat transfer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Polycotton-drill or ballistic fabrics are more breathable, allowing your seat to warm up faster. <br> To help you find the right material for your seat cover, seek advice from an upholstery professional who can point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get Brand-new Seat Covers for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking about buying cheap seat covers for your heated seats? Well, think again. High-quality seat covers might not come cheap, but they&rsquo;re worth it in the long run. Cheap but low-quality covers typically insulate heat, which is likely to damage your heated seats and can be costly to repair. Luckily, you don&rsquo;t have to worry about any of that if you get brand-new seat covers from CarParts.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CarParts.com offers a wide selection of seat covers, all sourced from the most trusted manufacturers in the industry, so you can rest assured you&rsquo;re getting the best of the best. Just be sure to use our vehicle selector and search filters, so you can easily browse through all the available products that are compatible with your ride. You&rsquo;ll also be pleased to know that CarParts.com guarantees fast shipping, thanks to our strategically located warehouses around the US. Order by 12 p.m. ET, and you can expect your new seat covers to arrive in as fast as two business days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t settle for flimsy seat covers when replacing your worn-out seat covers. Check out our selection of high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seat covers\">seat covers<\/a> at CarParts.com today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Products Mentioned in this Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"reusable-productlink\">\n\n<!-- start of editable content -->\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-cover\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"seat cover\" rel=\"noopener\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/d_noimage.jpg,h_200,w_200,c_pad,f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,e_sharpen\/images\/d342922409_1\">\n<strong>Seat Cover<\/strong>\n<\/a>\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/seat-heat-pad\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Seat Heat Pad\" rel=\"noopener\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/d_noimage.jpg,h_200,w_200,c_pad,f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,e_sharpen\/images\/repc544902_1\">\n<strong>Seat Heat Pad<\/strong>\n<\/a>\n\n<!-- end of editable content -->\n\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>There&rsquo;s nothing more satisfying than stepping inside a warm and toasty car after freezing outdoors on a cold winter day&#8230;. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/can-you-put-seat-covers-on-heated-seats\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":7301,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3756,52],"tags":[136,138],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-7299","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-accessories","8":"category-diy","9":"tag-seat-cover","10":"tag-seat-heat-pad","11":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Can You Put Seat Covers on Heated Seats and Is it Safe? - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Find out how seat warming mechanisms work and if it\u2019s safe to use car seat covers on your heated car seats. 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