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I cut some rubber innertube strips and wrap those around the (steel, not CF) frame and use two sided velcro to hold them in place. I put those on the frame under each strap. When I first wrap the rubber, I put some tension on it so that it grips the frame firmly so there is no rubbing.
Someone on this forum had handlebar tape wrapped around his top tube. He said is was not for paint protection, but it probably would work quite well for that purpose.