On this page you will find information on:
- Flag Materials:
PolyMax™ Polyester
Endura™ Nylon
EnduraTex™ Cotton
SunBrite™ Nylon
- Canvas Headers
- Brass Grommets
- Metal Thimbles
- Recommended Flag Sizes for Pole Height
- How Long Should a Flag Last?
- How Our Flags are Constructed
What is Endura™ Nylon Flag Fabric?Our Endura™ Nylon makes an excellent material for flags. We use SolarMax™ for all nylon flags. It is a superior nylon flag fabric that is second to none. SolarMax™ fabrics are tough, durable, long lasting and specifically designed for active outdoor use. SolarMax™ fabrics exhibit tremendous strength retention under UV exposure as well as world-class tensile and tear strength. Because of its strength SolarMax™ fabrics will increase overall performance. SolarMax™ fabrics are highly resistant to UV fading, allowing the use of deeper, brighter colors that will last over time. In addition, SolarMax™ fabrics offer better washfastness and lightfastness than other nylons of similar fabric construction, so they will retain their good looks. Nylon also provides a smoothness and lustrous quality to flags which makes the nylon flag an exceptional indoor ceremonial flag or flag set flag. Nylon flags will fly in the slightest breeze. The nylon flag is a lighter weight fabric than our polyester flag. SolarMax™ is a registered trademark of INVISTA.
What is PolyMax™ Polyester Flag Fabric?PolyMax™ Polyester fabric is extremely strong and durable. Because the fabric is more durable and heavier than nylon, it requires more wind to fly. It perfect for winder areas. It is resistant to most chemicals, wrinkle resistant and mildew and abrasion resistant. Our PolyMax™ flags are the most durable of all flag fabrics and manufactured from two-ply polyester material. Its unique open weave reduces wind resistance, therefore lessening abrasion and increasing flag life. These flags are perfect for outdoor use. The strength of this fabric increases the life of the flag by two times making it the most superior flag fabric in the marketplace. Polyester makes for a heavier flag than a nylon fabric and requires more wind to fly. Click here for additional information about our
POLYMAX FLAGS™.
What is EnduraTex™ Cotton Flag Fabric?EnduraTex™ cotton flags use traditional heavyweight 2x2 ply mercerized cotton bunting. The extra rugged weave actually exceeds U.S.Government specifications. The most modern dyeing techniques ensure brilliant colors that are fast to sun and rain. Flags feature 1½" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with solid brass #2 rolled rimmed, tooth washer grommets. Cotton American Flags, size 5'x9½' are often used for military rites at burials.
Fly ends feature four rows of stitching, 1" double fold, 3½" double stitching on top and bottom stripe, 1½" double stitching on corners
What is SunBrite™ Nylon Flag Fabric?SunBrite™ nylon fabric is used for our printed flags. SunBrite™ flags are fully printed on SolarMax™ nylon by Dupont. SolarMax™ fabrics are tough, durable, long lasting and specifically designed for active outdoor use. SolarMax™ fabrics are highly resistant to UV fading, allowing the use of deeper, brighter colors that will last over time. SolarMax™ fabrics offer better washfastness and lightfastness than other nylons of similar fabric construction. Our Aniline-Dye process duplicates complex emblems with exacting accuracy in brilliant, fast colors. Stripes and stars are NOT sewn. This is a printed flag. All flags are finished with lock stitch hems. SolarMax™ is a registered tradeemark of INVISTA.
DEFINITIONS:
Sewn Flag: On a U.S.Flag-each stripe is sewn separately. Stars will be embroidered or appliqued.
Printed Flag: Using a dye and printing process, the stripes or design is imprinted on cloth. The edges of the flag are sewn-but not the individual stripes.
Pole Hem: This is a hem on the left side of the flag that a pole can pass through. Pole Hem are useful for indoor flagsets, parades and outdoor decorative poles.
SOLID BRASS GROMMETS allow for your flag to to fastened to your flagpole by way flag snaps or straps.
HEADERS are on the left side of the flag and provide a strong material for grommet placement.
EMBROIDERED STARS are machined stitched onto the flag.
APPLIQUED STARS is a separate star that is added to the flag and machine stitched into place.
METAL THIMBLES are included on all flags 8'x12' and larger. Nylon rope is sewn into the strong canvas header with galvanized metal thimbles. Grommets are also included in this size flag.
STITCHING: Seams are double-stitched and fly ends have either 2, 4 or 6 rows of double-stitching.
RECOMMENDED FLAG SIZES FOR IN-GROUND FLAGPOLES
- Exposed Pole Height: 20' recommended flag size: 3'x5'
- Exposed Pole Height: 25' recommended flag size: 4'x6'
- Exposed Pole Height: 30' recommended flag size: 5'x8'
- Exposed Pole Height: 35' recommended flag size: 6'x10'
- Exposed Pole Height: 40' recommended flag size: 8'x12'
- Exposed Pole Height: 45' recommended flag size: 8'x12'
- Exposed Pole Height: 50' recommended flag size: 10'x15'
- Exposed Pole Height: 60' recommended flag size: 12'x18'
- Exposed Pole Height: 70' recommended flag size: 15'x25'
- Exposed Pole Height: 80' recommended flag size: 20'x30'
HOW OUR POLYMAX™ AND ENDURA-NYLON™ FLAGS ARE SEWN
FLY ENDS
12"x18" Flag sizes feature two rows of stitching, 3/8" double fold, back-tacked ½" on corners
16"x24" thru 5'x½' Flag sizes feature four rows of stitching, 1" double fold, 3½" double stitching on top and bottom stripe, 1½" double stitching on corners
6'x10' Flag sizes feature six rows of stitching, 1¼" double fold, 5½" double stitching on top and bottom stripe, 1½" double stitching on corners
8'x12' thru 12'x18' Flag sizes feature six rows of stitching, 1½" double fold, 5½" double stitching on top and bottom, 1½" double stitching on corners, vertical stitching on 1st and last rows of the entire fly, 6" of vertical stitching on top and bottom stripe, L-shaped bar tacking on both corners
15'x25' thru 20'x38' Flag sizes feature six rows of stitching, 1½" double fold, 12" double and vertical stitching on all stripes, 1½" double stitching on corners, vertical stitching on 1st and last rows of entire fly, L-shaped bar tacking on both corners
25'x40'and larger Flag sizes feature eight rows of stitching, 2" double and vertical stitching on all stripes, 1½" double stitching on all stripes, 1½" double stitching on 1st and last rows of entire fly, L-shaped bar tacking on both corners.
HOW OUR POLYMAX™ AND ENDURA-NYLON™ FLAGS ARE SEWN
GROMMETS-THIMBLES-HEADERS
12"x18" FLAG SIZES feature 1" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with two solid brass #1 flat rimmed grommets
16"x24" through 5'x9½' FLAG SIZES feature 1½" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with two solid brass #2 rolled rimmed, tooth washer grommets
6'x10' FLAG SIZE features 2" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with two solid brass #2 rolled rimmed, tooth washer grommets
8'x12' FLAG SIZE features 2" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with #10 white nylon rope sewn into the header. Galvanized thimbles are attached using a triple crimped rope sleeve. The entire length of the rope is sewn into the header to stabilize its position preventing "bunching" of the header. Additional grommets are spaced evenly throughout the length of the header
10'x15' through 15'x25' FLAG SIZES feature 2" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with #10 white nylon rope sewn into the header. Galvanized thimbles are attached using a triple crimped rope sleeve. The entire length of the rope is sewn into the header to stabilize its position preventing "bunching" of the header. Additional grommets are spaced evenly throughout the length of the header. 2-ply corner patches are sewn into each header corner.
20'x30 through 20'x38' FLAG SIZES feature two thicknesses of 3" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with #10 white nylon rope sewn into the header. Galvanized thimbles are attached using a triple crimped rope sleeve. The entire length of the rope is sewn into the header to stabilize its position preventing "bunching" of the header. Additional grommets are spaced evenly throughout the length of the header. 2-ply corner patches are sewn into each header corner.
25'x40' and LARGER FLAG SIZES feature two thicknesses of 3" heavy-duty, bright white cotton polyester blend army duck header with a double thickness #10 white nylon rope sewn into the header. Galvanized thimbles are attached using a triple crimped rope sleeve. The entire length of the ropes are sewn into the header to stabilize its position preventing "bunching" of the header. Additional grommets are spaced evenly throughout the length of the header. 2-ply corner patches are sewn into each header corner.
Thimbles and Grommets per Flag Sizes:
12"x18" Flags have two grommmets
16"x24" Flags have two grommets
20"x30" Flags have two grommets
2'x3' Flags have two grommets
2½'x3' Flags have two grommets
3'x5' Flags have two grommets
4'x6' Flags have two grommets
5'x8' Flags have two grommets
5'x9½' Flags have two grommets
6'x10' Flags have two grommets
8'x12' Flags have two thimbles and one grommet
10'x15' Flags have two thimbles and one grommet
10'x19' Flags have two thimbles and one grommet
12'x18' Flags have two thimbles and one grommet
15'x25' Flags have two thimbles and three grommets
20'x30' Flags have two thimbles and three grommets
20'x38' Flags have two thimbles and three grommets
25'x40' Flags have two thimbles and five grommets
30'x50' Flags have two thimbles and five grommets
30'x60' Flags have two thimbles and five grommets
40'x70' Flags have two thimbles and seven grommets
40'x75 Flags have two thimbles and seven grommets
50'x80' Flags have two thimbles and nine grommets
HOW OUR POLYMAX™ AND ENDURA-NYLON™ FLAGS ARE SEWN
HEADER STITCHING
HEADER STITCHING: On flag sizes 12"x18" thru 6'x10' have two rows of lock stitching the entire length of the header
HEADER STITCHING: On flag sizes 8'x12' thru 15'x25' have six rows of lock stitching on the entire length of the header. In addition, a heavy-duty plastic reinforcement sleeve is attached at each additional grommet location
HEADER STITCHING: On flag sizes 20'x30' and larger have eight rows of lock stitching the entire length of the header. In addition, a heavy-duty plastic reinforcement sleeve is attached at each additional grommet location.
HOW LONG SHOULD A FLAG LAST?
There is no definite answer to this question. How long a flag will last depends on the weather, its location, airborne contamination and how often you fly your flag. Remember, your flag is a piece of cloth that works very, very hard. Throughout its lifetime your flag shakes, trembles, drapes, snaps, chafes, bakes, freezes, ripples, flutters, furls, twists, flaps, strains, flies, unfurls and hangs! Is it any wonder that a flag that flies continuously needs replacing two or three times a year? Wind, water, sun and carelessness are the major enemies of a flag. No one can control the weather but you can take some important steps to lengthen the life of your flag. Occasionally washing your flag in warm detergent water will prevent pollutants and dirt from weakening the fabric. Always let your flag dry thoroughly before storing it to prevent mildew or color transfer. At the first sign of fraying, have your flag repaired before further damage is done. Always keep your flagpole clean as possible and move your pole if your flag does not have adequate room to fly unobstructed.
Our Flags are Manufactured
by a Leading Flag
Manufacturer, a trusted name
in flags for over 100 Years.
