The Beacon® nylon U.S. flag is our best all-around flag. These durable flags have the advantage of being strong yet lightweight. They dry quickly and fly in even a slight breeze, making them a great choice for areas with little to moderate wind. Made in the USA.

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Features:

	Beacon® Nylon Best all-around. Our signature Beacon® flags are manufactured using a light yet durable 200-denier nylon that stands up to the elements. this vibrant fabric dries quickly and flies beautifully, even in the slightest breeze.
	Fray-Resistant Stitching Our signature flags feature stripes with interlocking stitches and reinforced, 4-stitch fly ends, creating durable seams that resist fraying.
	Embroidered and Appliqued Stars Embroidered stars with back-stitch reinforcement are featured on all of our 12'x18' and smaller signature flags. Larger flags have carefully appliqued stars.
	Brass Grommets and Roped Heading Solid brass grommets are featured on all of our signature flags up to 6'x10'. Larger flags have nylon rope reinforced with a galvanized metal thimble.

To get the most wear out of your new flag, we offer the following suggestions and cautions.

All outdoor US flags are made to fly in the wind. However, high winds, especially when accompanied by rain, will cause damage to the US flag. TAKE THE FLAG DOWN DURING STORMS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

A clean US flag will last longer. Pollutants in the air will get into the fabric and can cause it to degrade. To clean, wash the US flag in a mild detergent, rinse and hang dry. KEEP YOUR FLAG AWAY FROM PETROLEUM AND CHEMICAL PRODUCTS.

Keep your US flag from fraying or tearing by looking at the fly end of the US flag for any signs of wear. If wear appears, the worn part should be cut off and the flag re-hemmed.

Never fold or store a flag when it is wet. Let it hang dry completely before you put it away. Wet flags will mildew and ruin the fabric.

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Tips to Help You Select the Right Flag

When purchasing your U.S. flag, you should take three things into consideration: fabric, size and flagpole type. The information below will help you determine your needs.

What fabric and size flag do I need?

Nylon - Lightweight and durable. Good for areas with little to moderate wind. Click here to shop for Carrot-Top's signature Beacon® nylon U.S. flags.

Polyester - Heavier material. Good for high-wind and coastal environments. Click here to shop for Carrot-Top's signature Patriarch® polyester U.S. flags.

Cotton - Material popular for its historical appearance. Please note that cotton flags are intended for fair weather use only. Colors may bleed if the flag gets wet.

Printed Materials - When flags are flown only 1-2 days per year, extremely lightweight, printed materials are an economical choice.

Flagpole Type

Commercial Grade - Flag length should equal 1/4 pole height.

Residential (Fine-Line)- Use a 3' x 5' or smaller flag.

Roof-Mounted - Flag length should equal 1/2 pole height.

Outrigger - Poles to 16', use 3' x 5'; 20' poles use 4' x 6'.

For Poles with Multiple Flags: As a general rule, the total material of flags (height x width, for each flag) flown on the pole should not equal more than the total material of the flag indicated in the chart above.

Please call 1-800-628-FLAG (3524) for expert assistance.