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FLAG CARE
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Experience has proven that it is an impossible question to answer accurately.
It is like predicting the weather, airborne contamination, and the treatment
people will give a flag. The major enemies of a flag are wind, water, sun
and carelessness. No one can control the weather, but you can take care of
your flag and lengthen its flag
life.
Occasional washing in warm mild-detergent water will prevent dirt
and pollutants from attacking the fabric. To prevent mildew, let your flag dry
thoroughly before storing it. Have your flag replaced at the first sign of
fraying. Don't wait for it to be blown to shreds. Continuous day and night
display will shorten a flag's life. If your flag is not illuminated at night,
you should consider taking it down to appreciably lengthen its life. Quality
flags are manufactured to give maximum service in return for reasonable
care and prudent use.
Remember, no two flags receive identical wear. Because weather and
wearing conditions vary, the life span of each flag will differ. Your flag
works hard. It shakes...it trembles...it drapes...it whips...it snaps...it
chafes...it bakes...it freezes...it ripples...it flutters...it quivers...it
furls...it rolls...it twists...it flaps...it strains...it flies...it
unfurls...it hangs! Is it any wonder that it needs to be replaced two or three
times a year? The best way we know to strech your
"flag dollar" is to have three
flags: one for flying, one in the wash, and a clean one in reserve for
special occasions
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