How to hang a flag on a wall?
It's likely that you'll need to hang a flag at some time point in life, whether it's a gay pride flag to represent the LGBTQ+ community, a union jack banner to commemorate British culture or a sports flag to show your support for your favourite team. In this article, we'll look at how to correctly and securely hang a flag on your wall using the appropriate tools.
So, how do you hang a flag on a wall? A wall mount is the best way to hang your flag since it keeps it secure against the wall and minimises the chance of damage. Much greater care should be taken to ensure that you honour the flag in the proper manner, such as by hanging it on your wall in the proper form.
To learn more about how to respectfully hang your flag read on.
How to hang a flag on a wall?
A wall-mounted flagpole is the best way to hang your flag since it keeps the flag secure against the wall and minimises the chance of damage. Wall-mounted flags are a less permanent way of displaying a flag. As such, if you think you might want to take the flag down at some point, a wall-mounted flagpole would be a good alternative for you. Furthermore, if you intend to use a wall mount as a permanent solution, it is still incredibly secure.
Much greater care should be taken to ensure that you honour the flag in the proper manner, such as by hanging it on your wall in the proper form. Therefore, if the flag is a Union or National flag you will need to take some precautions to ensure you do not cause any disrespect.
Additionally, if the flag you wish to hang is for advertising purposes for your business, you can hang it in whatever way you deem appropriate.
In this article we are going to explore the types of flag which require extra caution when you go to hang it on your wall. We will also explore the best ways to hang your flag against a wall so it is secure.
How to hang a National flag
It is critical that if you want to fly a national flag, it is never flown in a worn, torn or soiled condition. If you are to do so, you would be disrespecting the nations they represent.
When it comes to the Union flag, make sure it's the right way up, and never fly it upside down. On the half of the flag closest to the flagpole, the broader diagonal white stripe must be above the red diagonal stripe.
If you're flying the union flag for a decorative effect it is best to limit the display to lower-status flags, such as coloured national bunting.
How to hang a flag using a wall mount
The best way to hang a flag is using a wall-mounted flag pole. By adopting this method, your flag will be more secure, the risk of damage will be reduced, and it will be more respectful.
So, how do you use a wall mount to hang a flag? Standard landscape flags can be flown on a vertical and 45-degree wall-mounted flagpole; this method is particularly recommended for flying a national flag.
If you wish to fly a portrait flag, which is commonly used by organisations, you should use a 45-degree pole since these flags achieve a better finish with the bottom of the flag which runs parallel to the ground.
Do you need planning permission to use a wall mounted flag?
Installing a wall-mounted flagpole should not require planning approval if you are the property owner, nonetheless it is recommended checking with your local council before proceeding. On the other hand, if you are a tenant, you will need your landlord's consent before installing a wall-mounted flagpole.
Wall-mounted flag poles at Flagmakers
Flagmakers create personalised flagpole solutions that have previously been used to decorate the walls of hotels, world-famous retail brands, and government buildings.
You can schedule a consultation with a flagmaker expert to learn more about the flagpole options available for your wall-mounted flagpole, you can also ask questions about planning approval and other issues.
