CQ Fabric Coat vs HD Fabric Protector

[EvolutionDetail]

Hey guys, I been searching for a type of Fabric Protector to apply to my brand new 2013 Tacoma.

Personally, i am a HUGE fan of Carpro's. So their Fabric Coat is a MUST for me to try out.

While Carpro makes a huge selection of product, their Fabric coating is probably 1 of the MOST EXPENSIVE product they sell.

I got my 100ml bottle for $21. And i know for a fact a 100ml bottle will not last me very long. (In fact i was only able to coat *2* of my headrest and Passenger + Driver side carpet. But shortly after just doing 1 of the headrest, their sprayer head decided to dump on me and i ended up losing probably half a bottle.

So my mission was to find a different Fabric Protector product at a more affordable price range. So i took the opportunity to try out HD Care Care products.

Carpro's Fabric & Leather Coat - $21.99 for a 100ml bottle
HD Fabric Protector - $12.99 for a 10*oz* Bottle

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00401_zpsbefc9414.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00401_zpsbefc9414.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00400_zps65ae1360.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00400_zps65ae1360.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00411_zpsf6d20e90.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00411_zpsf6d20e90.jpg.html)

*Sorry i did not take any pics of me applying the 2 products, but it is pretty self explanatory.
The CQ Fabric is in a sprayer form, which IMO it took MORE passes + PRODUCTS to cover the headrest.
While the HD Fabric Protector comes in a aerosol can, allowing you to spray it on like spray paint.*

And HERE are the results. (I let both headrest air dry for at least 24 hours before testing)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00504_zpsdb26b859.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00504_zpsdb26b859.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00508_zps5cd61c16.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00508_zps5cd61c16.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00507_zps167ccdb5.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00507_zps167ccdb5.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00515_zpsffa4a4b3.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00515_zpsffa4a4b3.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00514_zps0aa6cad6.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00514_zps0aa6cad6.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00536_zps25c0e192.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00536_zps25c0e192.jpg.html)


After wiping off the water

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00547_zps4f294ce2.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00547_zps4f294ce2.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00570_zps00892a45.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00570_zps00892a45.jpg.html)

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/MrFenderPicks/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00549_zpsc2a859ff.jpg (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/MrFenderPicks/media/HD%20Fabric/HD%20Fabric%201/DSC00549_zpsc2a859ff.jpg.html)

Summary :

As you can see clearly, they both did not protect the headrest COMPLETELY.
But the CQ Fabric Coat did a much better job when compare to the HD Fabric Protector.

If you remember i said the CQ Fabric Sprayer died on me shortly after just doing 1 of my headrest, and product started leaking out from the neck of the sprayer. I lost more than HALF a bottle of the CQ. (After changing the sprayer head, i was able to cover 2 Headrest and Driver & Passenger SIDE FLOOR CARPET.)

I used the HD Fabric on 3 Headrest , ALL OF THE INTERIOR FABRIC SEATS, and the BACK ROLE Carpet in my truck.

So the HD Fabric lasted me a LONG WAY when compare to the CQ Fabric.

Durability is the question here.

I was told the HD Fabric will easily last 6 Months
While the CQ Fabric will last 8 Months.
But at this point i am not concerned with the Durability, as both products did not PROTECT and REPELLED COMPLETELY.

*If i ever get a chance to use the CQ Fabric again, and put it in a better sprayer, that might have give me better results*

But overall, I'd PREFER CQ Fabric OVER HD Fabric. Because i did put HEAVY COATS on with the HD, while the CQ was just 1 coat / layer.

Now i just hope it did not change the way my fabric LOOK & FEEL. Or else i will be REALLY DISAPPOINTED.

[richy]

The timing of your review is fantastic for me. I have the CQ on hand and have been disappointed with its performance on leather so far on the few times I've tried it. I also got the Opt Leather coat to try too, but I digress. I just spent hours cleaning our canvass umbrella for outside and wanted to waterproof it with something. I have lots of 303 Fabric Guard on hand, but it's old tech and not as long lasting as these new products are. I was going to test the CQ and was thinking of ordering the HD to try out.

However, I just became aware of a product today that I am going to try out instead of the HD. It's made by Duragloss. THIS is the product. AG doesn't stock it as of yet, but they're pretty good at responding to demand. This product is supposed to be extremely good at waterproofing fabric. I've got an order coming. I will do my best to do a review on it. This might be one of these products that have been hiding in plain sight right under our noses!

Thanks for doing this review!

[EvolutionDetail]

I know that Duragloss makes some really affordable products, but i also have read many people had problems using their products.
So i never tried any DG products as of today.

Is this DG Product already released? Or still under testing?

[richy]

I know that Duragloss makes some really affordable products, but i also have read many people had problems using their products.
So i never tried any DG products as of today.

Is this DG Product already released? Or still under testing?

Sorry, I meant to link it above, but forgot to do it. HERE (http://www.duragloss.com/Vinyl-Leather-Fabric-Treatments/Convertible-Fabric-Restorer/8-oz.---Duragloss-Convertible-Fabric-Restorer) is the link. As I mentioned AG does not sell it now (yet) but probably would if it was requested. I am very excited to try it out. The product has been out for a while, but just not well known. Another hidden DG gem!

I'm surprised to hear you say you read that people have problems with DG products. I read the opposite when I read the threads about it. Their stuff is usually idiot-proof. Gosh, I can use it...what's THAT tell you!!!!

[TroyScherer]

Nice review.


I wonder how this stuff would do on the fabric inner Fender wells of our car. I wonder if it would help it to not Pick up any extra road grime.

[JSou]

Very nice review. I appreciate the writeup.

[EvolutionDetail]

Richy the DG product seem to be made for Convertible top only?

And i dont think durability will be good / last if apply to those carpet fender liner.

[Radarryan]

Would CQ Fabric Guard be better than Raggtop fabric protectant for convertible tops? Richy's link got me thinking...

[richy]

Richy the DG product seem to be made for Convertible top only?

And i dont think durability will be good / last if apply to those carpet fender liner.

It can be used on any fabric. I'm going to be testing it on our outside umbrella. I'm going to test it next to the CP product.


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