What color should a flagpole be?

The most popular colors are silver, bronze, black, and white. You might want to choose one that matches the trim of your house or possibly the color of your fencing. The most common types of finishes on flagpoles are powder coating, painting, or anodizing.

What paint to use on a flagpole?

To protect the flagpole, apply two coats of rust-inhibitor primer. After it dries, apply new enamel paint.

What color should the eagle be on a flagpole?

The eagle on top of the flag pole should be gold or silver in color.

Should I get a 20 or 25 foot flagpole?

Ideally, the pole should be visible from all angles without interference from shrubbery, trees or other obstacles and looks neither too large nor too small for your home. The typical height for residential areas is 20 feet. If your home is two to three stories tall, you may want to consider a 25-foot flagpole.

What makes a good flagpole?

The height of your flagpole should compliment the size of your home — tall enough to be visible but not so tall that it overpowers your front yard. Most residential flagpole kits are 20-feet high but some people prefer an extendable flagpole that reaches heights of 25-feet.

Off Duty Flagpoles - Difference in pole types and colors

What does a black flagpole mean?

In general, black flags are used by enemy forces to signify that enemy combatants are going to be killed rather than taken prisoner—essentially, the opposite of the white flag used to represent surrender. This is also sometimes referred to as “give no quarter.”

Do flagpoles increase property value?

It can increase the value of your home, give you a durable aesthetic, and help you show off your values as a person. See below for an in-depth list of reasons why a flagpole for a house is always a splendid idea.

Is a fiberglass flag pole better than aluminum?

Aluminum. Fiberglass flagpoles are more resilient to the elements because they aren't susceptible to corrosion, but Aluminum is more traditional in appearance and often slightly cheaper. Fiberglass flagpoles also withstand strong winds and severe weather better than their aluminum counterparts.

How far should a flagpole be from a house?

Place your flagpole away from other structures or other flagpoles the distance of at least 2 feet more than the length of the largest flag that will be flown.

Should flagpole be taller than house?

As a rule, the larger the flags are, the taller the residential flagpoles should be. You don't really need actual measurements – a visual estimate is fine. But if you need a guide, most experts say that a really tall 90' to 100' flagpole would be just right for a flag that measures between 20'x38 to 30'x50'.

Which way should a flagpole face?

When displayed either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the union should be uppermost and to the flag's own right, that is, to the observer's left. When displayed in a window, the flag should be displayed in the same way, with the union or blue field to the left of the observer in the street.

What direction should eagle face on a flagpole?

While there is no official policy on the direction the eagle should face, many believe it should face toward Washington, DC in peacetime and in the direction of troops during wartime.

What does the ball mean on a flagpole?

The main purpose of the ball is to hold the flag in place. More specifically, it prevents the flag from sliding off the top of the flagpole. Many flags feature a tube-like section of fabric that runs vertically along the left-hand side of the flag.

What kind of paint do you use on metal poles?

Oil-based paints are the most durable.

You'll achieve a more uniform finish if you first apply an oil-based primer (e.g., Rust-Oleum Clean Metal Primer, $8.98 per quart on Amazon). However, you can apply oil paint directly to metal because it contains no water, and therefore there's so no risk of rust.

What type of paint is best for outdoor metal?

Combicolour Metal Paint by Rust-Oleum is truly one of the best paints for exterior metal. It is a smooth metal paint that prides itself in being able to adhere to practically any metal surface with little resistance.

What's the best paint to paint steel with?

The best paint for steel is usually enamel or oil-based paints, which are great because they produce a tough and hard finish.

Do you need permission to put up a flag pole?

If you intend to fly the Union flag or national flag of any country then you do not need planning permission to install a flagpole. Mounted flagpoles used for advertising and promotional purposes are controlled under Advertisement Regulations and would normally require consent from your local council.

Where should I put a flag pole in your yard?

Flagpoles are often placed close to the front door, but you may prefer a different spot. If your house has an island in the middle of a circular driveway, you may want to put the flagpole there. You don't want your flagpole to be significantly taller than your home.

How deep should a 20 flagpole be in the ground?

Dig a hole in your lawn with a shovel where you want to install the flagpole. Make the hole 3 feet deep and 1 to 2 feet wide.

What type of flag is best for high winds?

Polyester flags are best for high-wind areas and unpredictable weather conditions. The two-ply material we use to make our polyester flags has an open weave.

How long does a fiberglass flagpole last?

Fiberglass flagpoles are still very durable, rated for winds around 120mph without flags and around 95mph with flags. They are also generally more available than aluminum but do come standard in white. They generally last around 20-30 years depending on your location.

How many flags should be on a flagpole?

We will need the diameter, height, wall thickness, and geographic location of the flagpole this information to assist in answering this question properly, but flagpoles typically can fly one (1) to three (3) flags depending on the design factors.

What size flag do I need for a 35 foot pole?

35 ft pole = 5x8 ft or 6x10 ft flag.

Should you ground a flagpole?

No protection is needed for a television antenna or flagpole whose mast enters the earth. Both are automatically grounded, and lightning will simply travel down their length into the soil. But an antenna or other pole that does not contact the earth has to be linked to it by means of grounding equipment.