How Long Should a Flag Last?
There is no definite answer to this question. How long any flag will last depends on the
weather, it’s 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 times 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 as clean as possible and
move your pole if your flag does not have adequate room to fly unobstructed.
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