Plywood is a crucial material in construction and furniture-making, but consumers often fall prey to common mistakes when purchasing it. These mistakes can lead to subpar results, wasted money, and even safety risks. Counterfeit plywood is a growing issue, with fraudulent sellers offering low-quality imitations of reputable brands.
Fortunately, the CenturyPromise App, developed by CenturyPly, helps consumers verify the authenticity of their plywood and avoid falling into such traps. Let’s explore the top five mistakes consumers make when buying plywood and how the CenturyPromise App prevents them.
1. Falling for Counterfeit Products
The plywood market is full of counterfeit products, where low-quality plywood is passed off as top-tier brands, leading to poor performance and potential structural failure. The CenturyPromise App allows consumers to verify plywood quality by scanning the product’s QR code, instantly confirming whether it’s authentic CenturyPly product or a counterfeit. If genuine, the app displays a verification message with product specifications, protecting consumers from fake products.
2. Not Checking Plywood Specifications
Many consumers fail to verify plywood quality like grade, thickness, and suitability, which can lead to poor performance, especially in high-moisture or heavy-load areas. After scanning the QR code, the CenturyPromise App provides detailed specifications for each plywood sheet, including grade and application suitability. This helps consumers choose the right plywood for their specific project, whether for furniture, construction, or interior design, ensuring optimal performance.
3. Ignoring E-Warranty and Product Authentication
Obtaining a warranty is crucial when purchasing plywood, but many consumers overlook this or misplace the documents. Without authentication, they risk using substandard materials. The app provides an e-warranty certificate that can be easily downloaded and stored. After scanning the QR code, the app confirms product authenticity and allows consumers to download an electronic warranty, ensuring peace of mind and protection for future reference.
4. Trusting Unverified Retailers
Many consumers buy plywood from unverified sources, risking counterfeit or poor-quality products that don’t meet industry standards. The app ensures consumers purchase genuine CenturyPly products from verified dealers and retailers. Contractors and retailers can also use the app to build customer trust by transparently verifying product authenticity, enhancing confidence in every purchase.
5. Overlooking Future Maintenance and Durability Needs
Many consumers overlook long-term maintenance when buying plywood. Cheap or fake plywood may appear fine initially but can quickly deteriorate, especially with moisture or termites, leading to costly repairs.
By using the CenturyPromise App to verify product authenticity, consumers ensure they purchase genuine CenturyPly products known for durability and resistance to moisture and termites. This helps them choose long-lasting plywood, reducing maintenance costs and saving money over time.
How to Use the CenturyPromise App?
Using the CenturyPromise App is simple and convenient. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Download the CenturyPromise App from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Create an account or log in with your credentials if you’re a returning user.
- Look for the in-app QR code scanner.
- Scan the QR code on your CenturyPly product or manually enter the code.
- If the product is authentic, a verification message and detailed specifications will appear on your screen.
- Download the e-warranty card for future reference.
The app can be used by customers, dealers, retailers, and contractors. It helps consumers verify the authenticity of their plywood, while dealers and retailers can build trust by providing transparency and issuing e-warranty certificates. With the CenturyPromise App, buying plywood becomes a safe, informed, and hassle-free process, ensuring that you receive only the highest-quality materials for your projects.