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Flag Selection Guide

GUIDE FOR U.S. FLAG SELECTION

It is important to select the correct material and size American flag for your particular use. We’ve prepared the guidelines below to help make your choice an easy one.

Material:

Nyl-Glo® — Made from 100% SolarMax nylon, Annin’s Nyl-Glo is by far the most popular choice for commercial or home use. It features sewn stripes and embroidered stars. A good all-weather flag, it flies in the lightest breeze. Available in sizes 12 X 18 in. through 30 X 60 ft, Nyl-Glo U.S. flags carry a One-Year Colorfast Guarantee.

Tough-Tex® — Made from 100% heavyweight spun polyester. This flag is extremely durable and is best for high-wind areas and large sized flags flown daily. Tough-Tex is ideal for commercial or institutional use. Available in sizes 3 x 5 ft. through 30 x 60 ft., Tough-Tex U.S. flags carry a One-Year Colorfast Guarantee.

Signature® — Made from 100% SolarMax nylon, Annin’s Signature flag has all the same features as our Nyl-Glo flag but sets itself apart by the extra-large, ultra- bright embroidered stars and the attractive presentation packaging. Available in sizes 2½ x4 ft., 3 x 5 ft. and 4 x 6 ft. Signature flags make a great gift and carry a One-Year Colorfast Guarantee.

Heavyweight Cotton — 100% domestic cotton gives this classic flag a traditional look and feel. The stripes are sewn and the stars are embroidered. Available in sizes 2 x 3 ft. through 8 x 12 ft., these cotton bunting flags are popular with owners of Colonial and Georgian style homes.

Sun-Glo® — Made from the same Solar Max nylon material as our Nyl-Glo flag, this less expensive brand has an all-dyed U.S. flag design. It is suitable for commercial or residential use. The stars glow bright white when flying in the sun. Sun-Glo American flags are available in sizes 8 x 12 in. through 4 x 6 ft.

Lightweight Cotton Sheeting — Constructed with sewn stripes and a dyed star field. Made from 100% domestic cotton, this flag has good color fastness and is designed for the homeowner who displays his or her flag seasonally. It is available in 3 x 5 ft. size only.

Poly-Cotton — The flag design is all dyed and the base fabric is the same 70% polyester and 30% cotton blend that Annin uses to make many of its patriotic decorations and bunting. It has the look and feel of cotton and is suitable for seasonal, residential use. This flag has good color fastness.

Size:

It is important to use the correct sized flag for your application. Flags can be displayed either indoors or outdoors and on a variety of poles.

For Indoor Display or Parades: 3ft. x 5ft. or 4ft. x 6ft. flags
Military & Color Guards: 3ft. x 5ft. or 4 1/3ft. x 5 1/2ft. flags
Angled Home Flagpoles: 3ft. x 5ft. flags for 6ft. poles or 4ft. x 6ft. flags for 8ft. poles on larger homes

 

Flags for Outdoor Flagpoles vary depending on the height of the pole. The length of the flag should be from one-quarter to one-third the height of the flagpole. See the chart below for appropriate flagpole and flag size combinations.

Flagpole and Flag Size Chart
Exposed Pole Height 20' 25' 30' 35' 40'
Suggested Flag Size 3' x 5' 4' x 6' 5' x 8' 6' x 10' 8' x 12'

  • Nylon American Flags

    The most popular flag on the market. Flies in the lightest breeze with brilliant colors and excellent durability. Featuring embroidered stars, sewn stripes and white canvas heading with two brass grommets.

    Nyl-Glo Nylon Flag Material Out Performs Other Nylons:

    • Designed to Withstand Ultraviolet Radiation from the Sun
    • Dense 200 Denier Nylon Weave
    • Most Durable Nylon Flag Material Available
    • Flies In The Lightest Breeze
    • Brilliant Colors Create Excellent Appearance
    • One Year Colorfast Guarantee

  • Polyester American Flags

    The longest lasting flag made. Greatest durability, excellent for high wind areas and extreme weather conditions. Featuring embroidered stars, sewn stripes and white canvas heading with two brass grommets.

    Tough-Tex Polyester Flags Out Performs Other Flags:

    • The Longest Lasting Flag Made
    • Greatest Durability
    • Excellent For High Wind Areas and Extreme Weather Conditions
    • Commercial and Industrial Uses
    • 100% 2-Ply Spun Woven Polyester Fabric Resists High Winds
    • One Year Colorfast Guarantee

More choices: American Flags

American Classroom Flags  |  American Stick Flags|Indoor American FlagsOne of the most noted symbols of patriotism is the American Flag. When you've made the decision to buy the best American flag for sale, be sure to buy our Nyl-Glo nylon or Tough-Tex polyester American flags. In keeping with that symbol of patriotism, we guarantee that all of our flags are American made. We boast bright, bold colors in our stars and stripes and take extraordinary pride in all of our flags and patriotic products. Get ready to "pledge allegiance" . Our flags are made by America’s oldest and largest flag company, remaining heads and shoulders above any other U.S. flag manufacturing company in the United States. Be sure to check out our selection ofstate flags for saleandinternational flags for saleto fly with your American flag.

American Flags Made in the USA!

As a founding member of the Flag Manufactures Association of America (FMAA) Annin certifies that its American flags have been made in the USA of materials that are originate in the United States and that every step of its manufacturing processes are completed by USA labor in facilities that are based on American soil.

History of the American Flag

The United States flag consists of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red (top and bottom) alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton bearing fifty five pointed stars. The stars are arranged in nine offset horizontal rows of six stars (top and bottom) alternating with rows of five stars. The fifty stars on the flag represent the fifty U.S. states and the thirteen stripes represent the thirteen original colonies. The American Flag is also known as Stars and Stripes, Old Glory, and the Star-Spangled Banner. Due to the symbolism, the canton is also named the union. This part of the flag can stand alone as a Union Jack flag. When compared to the flags of other countries, the flag of the American flag is very complex. Here are the full flags specifications.

Flag Etiquette

The United States flag should never be allowed to touch the ground and, if flown at night, must be illuminated. If the edges become tattered through wear, the flag should be repaired or replaced. When a flag is so tattered that can no longer serve as a symbol of the United States, it should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning. The American Legion and other organizations regularly conduct dignified flag-burning ceremonies, often on Flag Day, June 14. If you are interested in flag etiquette be sure to look around our website.

Replacement for:

Eder Poly-Max  US flag SKU : 010059

Valley Forge Koralex II US flag SKU : 36321000II ; UPC:  0-93581-20577-3

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