The Complete Guide to American Flag Care, Display & Maintenance

At Gettysburg Flag Works, we're proud to be your go-to resource for everything flag-related.

We've put together a full library of flag how-to guides and helpful content to help you do everything American flag related the right way.

From cleaning and folding to mounting, lighting, and hardware setup, our step-by-step tutorials and expert tips will ensure your flag flies beautifully for years to come.

Flag Care & Cleaning

• How to Clean and Protect Your American Flag ›
  Discover the best way to clean your flag—whether it’s indoor, outdoor, nylon, or fringe-lined. This guide covers washing tips, wrinkle removal, safe drying, and protection techniques to extend the life of your flag.
• How Long Will an Outdoor Flag Last? ›
  Learn what factors affect the lifespan of your flag, including sun exposure, wind, usage, and location. It also includes tips to help you get the most out of your flag.
• How to Replace a Flagpole Halyard (Rope) ›
  Step-by-step instructions on how to safely re-string your flagpole and reconnect your flag to its hardware. You can get replacement halyard by the foot here.

Flag Display & Etiquette

• How to Display the American Flag Outdoors ›
  From house-mounted poles to multiple flagpoles and vertical banners, learn how to correctly and respectfully display your flag based on U.S. Flag Code.
• How to Properly Fold the American Flag ›
  A visual walkthrough of the proper folding method, complete with photos, etiquette tips, and ideas for displaying or storing your folded flag.
• How to Light a Flagpole at Night ›
  Find out when lighting is required, how many lumens you need, and whether a solar or ground-mounted light is right for your setup.

Mounting, Hardware & Setup

• How to Mount a Flag on a Spinning Pole ›
  Confused about the clips, rings, or sleeve attachment? This quick guide walks you through both grommet and sleeved flag setup on a spinning pole.
• How to Attach a Flagpole Clip to the Rope (Halyard) ›
  Simple instructions with video and diagrams for attaching your flag using clips—whether for one flag or multiple.
• How to Replace a Flagpole Halyard ›
  Don’t let a broken rope keep your flag grounded. This hands-on guide walks you through swapping out halyard rope safely and effectively.

Visual Learner? Check Out Our Video Library

We’ve also created a dedicated Flag How-To Video Library › that features many of the above topics in video form, including:

• Folding the flag
• Assembling flagpoles and hardware
• Lighting setup
• Halyard replacement
• Indoor displays and more

Need Help With a Specific Flag Question?

Our flag experts are just a call or click away. Whether you need assistance finding the right hardware, installing your flagpole, or retiring a beloved flag, we’re here to help.

Call us at 1-888-697-3524 or Contact us online for help right now!