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Choosing your Flag Material:
Selecting the right flag can be easy - here are the two main points to consider:
Proper Fabric Selection:
Most commercial flag installations are for continuous outdoor use. There are two main types, each for different conditions:
- Nylon flags - nylon is truly a "best buy", as it offers the highest durability and, due to its lighter weight, is the most attractive when flying. With embroidered stars and sewn stripes (appliquéd stars on 10’ x 15’ size or larger), these nylon flags offer lustrous beauty, superior wear plus excellent fly ability even in the slightest breeze.
- Polyester flags - slightly more expensive, 2-ply poly flag is also heavier. Their best use is for larger sizes and they are recognized as the most durable of all fabrics. Resists wear to wind, dirt and moisture and is ideal for industrial and institutional applications.
Choose your Flag Size:
Proper Flag Size:
Size is based upon the height of the flagpole and number of flags going on that pole. Here are helpful charts to help you determine the flag size you need (For multiple flags on the same pole, the flags below the top flag are one size smaller):
Freestanding flagpoles:
Ground Set Poles |
| Exposed Pole Height |
Flag Size |
| 15' - 20' |
3' x 5' |
| 25' |
4' x 6' |
| 30' - 35' |
5' x 8' |
| 40' - 45' |
6' x 10' |
| 50' |
8' x 12' |
| 60' - 65' |
10' x 15' |
| 70' - 80' |
12' x 18' |
| 90' x 100' |
15' x 25' |
*The width of a standard-sized flag should be 1/4 the height of the flagpole.
One flag on a pole:
Roof-Mounted Poles |
| Exposed Pole Height |
Flag Size |
| 15' |
4' x 6' |
| 20' - 30' |
5' x 8' |
| 35' - 40' |
6' x 10' |
| 45' - 50' |
8' x 12' |
| 50' - 65' |
9' x 15' |
| 70' - 75' |
10' x 15' |
*for flags mounted on roofs, the width of the flag should be ½ the length of the pole
Outrigger Wall Mount |
| Pole Length |
Flag Size |
| 8' |
3' x 5' |
| 10' - 12' |
4' x 6' |
| 15' - 16' |
5' x 8' |
| 16' - 23' |
6' x 10' |
*for flags on outrigger poles, the width of the flag should be 3/8 to ½ the length of the pole
Vertical Wall Mount |
| Pole Height Above Wall |
Flag Size |
| 12' - 15' |
4' x 6' |
| 16' - 30' |
5' x 8' |
| 35' - 40' |
6' x 10' |
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