If you’ve searched for ceramic coatings in Murrieta or Temecula, you’ve likely come across brands like Ceramic Pro. It’s a well-known name, backed by slick marketing and broad installer networks. But does brand name always mean better performance?
At DBR Auto Detail, we often get asked how our coatings compare to Ceramic Pro and other high-profile brands. The answer comes down to prep, installer control, and real-world results—not just the label on the bottle. With improper hands a great coating can turn into a bad experience
Understanding the Hype: Ceramic Pro in Murrieta
Ceramic Pro has built a massive presence through authorized dealer networks and flashy product claims, like:
“9H hardness”
“Lifetime protection”
“Self-cleaning technology”
These terms sound great, but they don’t always tell the full story—especially when prep and installation vary from shop to shop. Ceramic Pro’s ‘lifetime’ coatings, for example, require annual inspections to maintain warranty coverage—something often overlooked until it’s too late.—especially when prep and installation vary from shop to shop.
In Murrieta, you’ll find Ceramic Pro offered by multiple shops, often bundled into PPF and tinting packages. But not all installers are equally skilled, and results can vary widely based on how the surface was corrected and prepped.
What We Use: CQuartz Finest Reserve
At DBR Auto Detail, we specialize in CQuartz coatings, including CQuartz Finest Reserve, a 7-year ceramic coating known for:
Exceptional clarity and gloss
Proven real-world durability
Installer-exclusive distribution—CQuartz Finest is only available to a select group of certified installers, with fewer than 100 shops approved in all of North America
In-house warranty support
More importantly, we handle every step in-house—from deep prep and polishing to careful layering and curing. There’s no franchised handoff or rushed coating job here.
The Real Key: Proper Prep Over Promises
Regardless of brand, ceramic coatings only perform as well as the prep behind them. We routinely correct coating jobs that failed because the paint wasn’t properly decontaminated, polished, or applied in the right environment.
Many “lifetime” coatings begin to break down in just a few years without the right foundation. That’s why we back our work with honest timelines and real-world results—not marketing hype.
Why We Focus on Results, Not Marketing Hype
In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in shops using big-name brands to build instant credibility—especially newer detailers offering “lifetime” coatings at deep discounts. Many of these businesses rely on flashy marketing or piggyback off brand reputation, rather than focusing on long-term quality, surface prep, and craftsmanship.
At DBR Auto Detail, we’ve spent over a decade building a reputation as certified installers of CQuartz Finest Reserve, Feynlab Industrial Coating systems, and CS-II Titanium coatings based on consistent results—not trends. We’re not here to chase what others are doing. We focus on what works, what lasts, and what’s right for your car.
So, Which Should You Choose?
If you’re comparing Ceramic Pro offerings available in Murrieta versus our CQuartz packages, here’s what to consider:
Do you want flashy branding, or proven installers who do all the work in-house?
Are you okay with outsourced prep and coating, or do you want a personalized, detailed process?
Would you rather get a “lifetime” claim—or a coating that’s fully warrantied, realistically maintained, and documented with Carfax?
Serving Murrieta, Temecula, and the Inland Empire
At DBR Auto Detail, we don’t cut corners or overpromise—we deliver refined detailing and ceramic coating services built for lasting results. Whether you’re protecting a brand-new vehicle or reviving a classic, we offer coatings backed by craftsmanship, not just marketing.
Interested in our ceramic coating packages?
Contact us today to schedule a consultation or check out our full breakdown of options for new and used vehicles.
