Husky Liners Van Floor Liners (Formerly BedRug): Guardian Impact & Guardian Comfort Explained
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If you have been shopping for a BedRug van floor liner, or you already run a BedRug VanTred or VanRug in your cargo van and went looking to buy another, you may have noticed the name has changed. You are in the right place, and nothing about the product you trusted has changed with it.
In early 2026, the BedRug van cargo floor lineup was consolidated under the Husky Liners brand. The VanTred became the Guardian Impact. The VanRug became the Guardian Comfort. Same materials, same fitment engineering, same manufacturing team, same lifetime warranty. The only thing that changed is the name on the box. This guide walks through both liners, explains the rebrand, and helps you pick the right one for how you actually use your van. We carry both lines, and we help contractors and fleets choose between them every week.
Same Great Van Floor Liner, New Name
Let us clear up the rebrand first, because it is the question we hear most.
Husky Liners is part of RealTruck, one of the largest aftermarket truck and van accessories companies in the USA. Husky Liners has been a benchmark name in custom-fit vehicle interior protection for decades, best known for floor liners, mud guards, and fender flares. Folding the BedRug van floor products into the Husky Liners lineup was a natural fit: the van cargo floor category is a direct extension of the same protection mission Husky has built its reputation on.
Here is exactly what the change means for you:
The Guardian Impact replaces the BedRug VanTred. Same TPO surface, same half-inch ImpactCore foam backing, same custom fitment, same lifetime warranty.
The Guardian Comfort replaces the BedRug VanRug. Same 100% polypropylene fiber surface, same DriGard foam backing, same custom fitment, same lifetime warranty.
The materials did not change. The engineering did not change. The team building them did not change. What you get now is that same proven van floor liner, backed by the full Husky Liners brand and warranty infrastructure. If a BedRug VanTred or VanRug is what you were looking for, the Guardian Impact and Guardian Comfort are those exact products under their current names.
Why a Custom-Fit Van Floor Liner Matters
Before the two lines, it is worth being clear about what a proper van floor liner does, because a bare metal cargo floor or a generic cut-to-fit mat leaves real money and comfort on the table.
A custom-fit liner protects the van's painted metal floor from the dents, scratches, and corrosion that drag down resale value. It cushions cargo and knees, cutting the wear on both your gear and your body. It reduces road noise into the cargo area, which matters over a long day. And it gives the interior a finished, professional look instead of exposed metal. On a work van, a floor liner is one of the lowest-cost, highest-return protective upgrades you can make, and a custom die-cut liner does all of it without the gaps, bunching, and shifting that plague universal mats.
Husky Liners builds two versions of that liner, and the difference between them is the surface underfoot.
Husky Liners Guardian Impact (Formerly BedRug VanTred)
The Guardian Impact is the heavy-duty van cargo floor liner, built for contractors who need maximum durability, chemical resistance, and a secure anti-skid work surface. If you have been running a BedRug VanTred, this is the direct replacement under the Guardian Impact name.
The surface is TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin), a high-density material that resists impact and abrasion and stands up to an extensive range of chemicals, including gasoline, oil, bleach, and battery acid, without degrading. That surface is textured and non-skid, which keeps cargo and tools from sliding during transit and gives you secure footing when you are working in the cargo area.
Underneath sits the ImpactCore foam backing, a half-inch of closed-cell polypropylene that absorbs shock from heavy tool drops and cargo impacts, protects the van's painted metal floor from dents and dings, and acts as a heat and noise insulator to quiet the cargo area.
Key features of the Guardian Impact van floor liner:
TPO thermoplastic surface that is hard, durable, and high-impact resistant, and withstands gasoline, oil, bleach, battery acid, and other harsh chemicals without degrading
Half-inch ImpactCore foam backing of shock-absorbing closed-cell polypropylene that cushions impacts, protects the floor from dents, and insulates against heat and road noise
Textured anti-skid surface that keeps cargo in place in transit and gives secure footing when loading, unloading, or working in back
Custom die-cut fitment formed to the exact floor ribs and contours of your specific van make, model, and wheelbase, with no cutting, trimming, or modification required
Drop-in installation that slides into place in minutes and tucks under the OEM plastic shrouds at the rear and side doors to secure without tools, adhesive, or fasteners
Lightweight at roughly 26 pounds for a full van fitment, so it is easy to pull for cleaning or reconfiguring the cargo area
Limited lifetime warranty for the duration of the original owner's vehicle ownership
The Guardian Impact is available for the Ford Transit, RAM ProMaster, Mercedes Sprinter, Ford E-Series, and other major cargo van platforms. Use the year, make, and model filter on the product listing to confirm fitment for your exact van configuration and wheelbase.
Husky Liners Guardian Comfort (Formerly BedRug VanRug)
The Guardian Comfort is the carpet-feel van cargo floor liner, built for contractors and fleet operators who want the durability and protection of a custom-fit liner with a softer, more comfortable surface underfoot. If you have been running a BedRug VanRug, this is the direct replacement under the Guardian Comfort name.
The surface is 100% polypropylene, a plastic fiber material that delivers a soft, carpet-like look and feel while staying completely waterproof, stain-resistant, and chemical-resistant. Unlike actual carpet, polypropylene will not absorb moisture, will not mold or mildew, and cleans up with a simple rinse or wipe-down.
Beneath it, the DriGard foam backing of dense polypropylene foam cushions knee and impact loads, insulates against heat and road noise, and protects the painted metal floor from dents, scratches, and corrosion.
Key features of the Guardian Comfort van floor liner:
100% polypropylene fiber surface with a soft, carpet-like feel plus the durability and water resistance of a plastic material, so it will not absorb moisture, mold, or mildew
DriGard foam backing of dense polypropylene that cushions knee impacts during cargo work, insulates against road noise and heat, and protects the floor from dents and scratches
Stain and chemical resistant, shrugging off gasoline, oil, battery acid, and common jobsite chemicals, and wiping or rinsing clean
Custom die-cut fitment formed to your specific van make, model, and wheelbase, with a void-free surface and no gaps or bunching
Drop-in installation with no tools, adhesive, or modifications, tucking under the OEM shrouds at the rear and side doors in minutes
Clean, professional appearance that gives the cargo area a finished, like-new look versus bare metal or a rubber mat
Limited lifetime warranty for the duration of the original owner's vehicle ownership
Like the Impact, the Guardian Comfort is available for the Ford Transit, RAM ProMaster, Mercedes Sprinter, Ford E-Series, and other major cargo van platforms. Confirm your exact configuration and wheelbase with the year, make, and model filter on the product listing.
Guardian Impact vs. Guardian Comfort: Which Van Floor Do You Need?
Both liners share the same custom fitment, the same drop-in installation, the same foam backing thickness, the same lifetime warranty, and the same vehicle coverage. The difference is the surface material, and the right choice comes down to how you use the van.
Choose the Guardian Impact if your van hauls heavy tools, equipment, pipe, conduit, or anything that gets dragged across the floor regularly. The TPO surface is harder and more abrasion-resistant, handles heavier chemical exposure, and holds up better to dragged loads and sharp edges. This is the liner for contractors whose vans take a daily beating.
Choose the Guardian Comfort if you spend significant time working on your knees in the cargo area, value a cleaner interior appearance, or are outfitting a van where the cargo is lighter and the comfort of the work environment matters as much as raw durability. The polypropylene surface is softer underfoot, gives better knee cushioning for technicians who frequently crouch or kneel, and lends the interior a finished, professional look.
When in doubt: tradespeople who haul heavy gear and prioritize durability above all else lean toward the Guardian Impact, while service technicians, HVAC techs, and anyone who works inside the van regularly and wants a comfortable floor lean toward the Guardian Comfort. Both are excellent products. The decision is about your specific use case, not product quality.
Beyond Van Floors: Husky Liners Truck Bed Protection
While the van floor liners are the headline, the Husky Liners Guardian lineup also extends to the truck bed. Both the Guardian Impact and Guardian Comfort surfaces carry over to truck bed mats and bed liners, along with tailgate mats, bringing the same material technology and custom-fit protection to pickup owners. If you run both a van and a truck, you can protect both with the same trusted liner family.
Buy Your Husky Liners Van Floor From Us
The one thing you have to get right with a custom-fit van floor is fitment. Each Guardian liner is die-cut to the exact floor dimensions of a specific van make, model, and wheelbase, and on some platforms standard and extended wheelbases are different part numbers. Order the wrong wheelbase and the liner will not sit correctly.
That is where we help. We carry both the Guardian Impact and Guardian Comfort lines, organized by vehicle, so you can confirm the correct liner for your exact van before you order. Whether you are replacing a BedRug VanTred or VanRug, protecting a brand-new work van, or outfitting a fleet, our team can confirm the right part number and the right line for your application, so the liner that shows up drops in and fits the first time.