Flags have significant importance as it represents a nation. Winter, the coldest season which affects the living beings as well as the non-living. We, humans, cover ourselves when it’s cold but the non-livings cannot so we must take proper care.

The USA has its own flag etiquette which must be followed by everyone as a sign of respect and love for the nation. The US has its own set of flag codes as well which must be followed by everyone. There are numerous DO’s and DON’Ts for the US flag codes as well. Some of the US flag codes for the flags of the united states are:-

DO’s:-

• When a patriotic effect is needed or desired the flag may be displayed 24 hours from sunrise to sunset.
• The US flag must be placed above other flags.
• The US flag should be placed on observers left during a  marching ceremony or parade.
• On special days, the flag may be flown at half-staff.
• On Memorial Day it is flown at half-staff until noon and then raised.
• When placed on a Podium the flag should be placed on the speaker’s right or the staging area. Other flags should be placed to the left.

DON’Ts:-

• The flag should not touch the ground.
• The flag should not be turned upside down unless it’s an emergency.
• Never carry things in the flag or put the flag flat.
• Do not use the flag to cover or as clothing.
• Flags should not be stored in a place where they can get dirty.
• Do not draw on the flag.
• The flag should never be used as decoration.
• The US Flag must not be dipped for any person, flag, or vessel.

And many more as well. The above mentioned were the US flag codes of handling of the flag. There are even some flag codes while saluting the flag and even while discarding the flag as well. The way that the flag display is done is very important and has significance. 

The flags and flagpoles get really affected by the winter as winter months are harsh on both living and nonliving bodies. Flag maintenance is easy when it is done right.

Some of the ways to protect your flag and flag poles are mentioned below:-

Using polyester banner material

There are many options when it comes to flag materials. Among them, flags made of polyester are the best option as polyester flags are referred to as all weather flags. Polyester doesn’t absorb moisture which makes it withstand the harsh weather. Nylon flags are also a good alternative as they can resist high winds and are durable.

Use of Smaller flags

Using Small flags is also a way to put less stress on the flagpole as in winter the flagpole cannot withstand the weight.

Service on flagpole components

Make sure to check your flagpoles and whether all the parts are in good condition or not and change or fix the parts if required. To clean the flagpole it may be a hassle in the cold so a neat trick to cleaning the whole flagpole is to wrap cloth around the flagpole and attach it to the halyard of the pole. Then raise the halyard all the way up. This way, the cloth will clean the flagpole without you having to climb up a ladder and risking getting injured.

Routine cleaning

You can easily wash and use the flags as they are made up of washable quality material as it gets easily dirty due to the harsh cold and wind. Don’t do it too much as it may cause the colors to bleed together.

Take down the flag in extreme weather

Even if the material you used in the flag is really durable and can withstand the harsh climate, take the flag inside for longevity and which lessens the stress to the flagpoles.

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