Hanging an American flag on a wall is not easy.If you want to display the flag vertically or horizontally, make sure the union is on top and the field of blue is to the left.The American flag's right is where you should put other flags if you are displaying them.The flag should be illuminated at all times and avoided where it might get dirty.To hang it vertically, use the metal loops that allow it to fly from the pole.To hang it vertically, use pins that won't damage its fabric.
Step 1: The flag should be hung with the union at the top.
The field of blue with white stars should be at the top left side if you hang the flag vertically or horizontally.The observer's left is considered the position of prominence.A flag with the union on the bottom is a sign of distress.
Step 2: The flag should be kept snug.
The flag should not be draped as bunting.Hang it so it is completely flat against the wall.
Step 3: State or city flags should be placed to the right of the American flag.
The American flag should be hung to the left of any other flag.The observer's left is where the flag should be displayed since it is the position of prominence.It is acceptable to hang other flags at the same height as the American flag if they are on the correct side.
Step 4: State and city flags need to be smaller than the American flag.
The flags of other nations should be of the same size as the American flag.
Step 5: The flag should be hung at the same level as another flag.
Don't hang another flag above the United States flag.Make sure the flags of the two nations are the same size.
Step 6: The flag should be light at all times.
The flag can be displayed in an indoor room with a light on.If you hang it on a wall, take it down at sunrise or use an outdoor light to illuminate it.You can illuminate the flag with a spotlight if you don't want the overhead light on.
Step 7: Make sure the flag doesn't fall
The flag should be hung securely so it doesn't fall to the ground.The American flag should be burned if it touches the ground.
Step 8: The flag should be hung vertically by the grommets.
There are metal loops at the corners of the flag that can be used to fly it from a pole.Push pins or nails can be used to hang the flag.Don't pierce the flag with nails.They would damage the flag.
Step 9: Pushpins should be used to distribute weight evenly.
Pushpins should be inserted at regular intervals to keep the flag from sagging.Push pins should not be placed at the flag's edges.
Step 10: Hang the flag with push pins.
When hanging the flag horizontally, using the grommets is not an option.To distribute the flag's weight evenly, you'll have to use enough push pins on all sides.That way, it won't fall.Push pins should not be inserted into the flag's stitching.
Step 11: A spot where the flag won't get dirty is where you should choose.
If you hang the flag outdoors, avoid places where it might get dirty.If you hang it next to your stove, food might splatter onto it.If you hang it outdoors, avoid places where the hose might splatter water and dirt onto the flag.
Step 12: The flag can be damaged by weather.
Try to pay attention to the weather forecast when hanging the American flag outside.It's a good idea to take it down during bad weather.When it's windy, put it away so it doesn't blow to the ground.
Step 13: The flag should be retired if it is a damaged flag.
If your flag falls to the ground, gets torn, or is otherwise unsuitable to be displayed, you should retire it with dignity.The best way to retire a flag is to burn it in a fire.The flag retirement ceremonies are conducted by American Legion Posts, Boy and Girl Scout Troops, and Cub Scout Packs.For more information, contact your local organization.The rules for properly and respectfully retiring a flag in America are vague.The rule is not to cut the blue area with the 50 stars as it would symbolize the splitting of the union.