American Flags

Displaying the American flag is an act of respect and patriotism. The U.S. Flag Code provides guidelines to ensure the flag is always treated with dignity.

• Display from sunrise to sunset on buildings and flagpoles.
• The flag may be flown 24 hours a day if properly illuminated at night.
• Use an all-weather flag if flying it during rain, snow, or inclement weather.

• Processions: When carried with other flags, the U.S. flag should be on the marching right (its own right).
• Crossed staffs: When displayed with another flag on crossed staffs, the U.S. flag is on its own right and its staff is in front of the other.
• Casket display: When draping a casket, place the union (blue field) at the head and over the left shoulder of the deceased.

• Vehicles: If displayed on a vehicle, the flag should be on a staff firmly fixed to the chassis or clamped to the right fender.
• Half-staff: Raise the flag briskly to the peak, then lower it to half-staff. At the end of the day, raise it again to the peak before lowering it fully.
• Memorial Day: Fly the flag at half-staff until noon, then raise it to full staff for the rest of the day.

• Do not display the flag with the union down except as a signal of dire distress.
• Never allow the flag to touch the ground, floor, water, or merchandise.
• Do not use the flag as advertising or print it on disposable items.
• Do not use the flag as apparel, bedding, drapery, costumes, or athletic uniforms.
• Do not display or store the flag where it can be easily torn, soiled, or damaged.

• Inspect regularly for tears, fraying, or fading.

FAQs

• Best material for windy areas? 2-ply polyester stands up to steady winds; nylon is ideal inland and flies easily.
• What size for a 20-ft pole? 3' × 5' is standard; choose 4' × 6' for greater visibility.
• Is fringe needed indoors? Optional—commonly used for formal rooms and ceremonies.
• USA-made? Yes—our American flags are proudly made in the USA.