 There is a higher chance of protection from minor spills or splashes directed on a small portion of the keyboard only, but in general keyboard protectors do not protect your laptop from liquid damage.A keyboard protector is usually washable and can be used immediately after purchase.Computer users who are accustomed to typing without the keyboard protectors may take some time to become accustomed, since the keystrokes are dampened and the force needed to apply to the keys are different.