Choosing the best American flag banner can be a hassle. That’s largely because it will depend on the function you want to use the flag in, your location, and where you want it placed. You can hoist an American flag in various occasions such as during national holidays and events, at commercial buildings, and in public.
Here are some tips you should keep in mind when finding the best American flag for your particular needs.
Do you need the flag for an outdoor or indoor placement, for example?
What kind of elements do you experience wherever you want to hoist your patriotic banner?
Here’s why that matters:
Indoor flags are commonly used for decorating purposes at home. The delicate fabric may not always withstand harsher weather, so not suitable for the outdoors.
In contrast, outdoor flags, such as for public display, need tougher-quality material to withstand all elements for the longest time.
Some fabrics can’t withstand harsh and windy climate while others don’t do well in wet weather. So also determine the elements that are likely to affect the flag fabric wherever you choose to hoist it—whether it's indoor or outdoor.
The most common types of fabrics you’ll find include cotton, nylon, and polyester.
The ones made from cotton fabric are commonly used for indoor purposes as cotton can’t withstand all weather—it wears quickly and bleeds when wet.
Nylon flags are best when you want a flag with a longer lifespan that you can use outdoors or indoors. Made of Denier SolarMax, nylon is lightweight and durable. They can also withstand moderate winds and are fast-drying hence best in rainy or humid conditions.
You can use a polyester flag outdoors in high winds because they are durable and fast-draining. In fact, they are the most popular because they are pretty much all-weather flags.
Consider the size you want depending on the purpose.
Small, indoor American flags typically measure between 3 and 5 inches. Outdoor-purpose flags are typically larger—especially if you need them noticed by most people.
If you choose to display the flag outdoor you may need to purchase a flagpole. When purchasing the flagpole, you should consider the height as the flag has to be at least one-third or one-quarter longer.
When choosing a flag to buy, another consideration you should prioritize is the structure used to make the flag. One important part when considering the durability of the flag is the framework and the woven ones are better than the ones with printed images on fabric.
Having considered those factors, selecting the best American flag banner that will meet your needs will be easy and with minimal efforts.
