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Flags are used for many different
purposes by many different people. Some
flags are used for outdoor display,
others for memorial purposes, and still
others for indoor display. Depending on
its use a flag can be made out of nylon,
cotton, a polycotton blend, polyester,
or a special kind of "spun" polyester.
Common uses for these flags might be:
Nylon - the most durable and
serviceable option. Nylon is duarable,
retains color well, flies in a breeze
well, and is easily cleaned.
Cotton - a traditional and, to many,
the most beautiful material. It has a
natural feel and a pleasant "heft."
However, like anything made of cotton,
it is less durable and should therefore
be used for decorative or ceremonial
purposes.
Polycotton blend or polyester - these
materials print very well and are
attractive. Their best feature is
economy, making them excellent for
temporary use or where cost is an issue.
"Spun" polyester - a special, premium
material that holds up well in windy or
harsh conditions. Because it is spun, it
has the feel of cotton, but its
synthetic nature gives it the durability
of nylon.
Remember to always treat a flag with
common sense and respect, never fold it
wet, regardless of material, and replace
whenever it reaches a condition not
befitting the symbol of the country. A
good rule is if you wouldn't wear it,
don't fly it. |
