Can I use your Replacement Flags on another supplier’s poles?
Our Replacement Flags have been designed to fit onto Fabric Sign Guys poles. We cannot guarantee that they fit onto any other supplier’s poles.
What is the difference between Rectangle Flags, Feather Flags (or Angled Flag Banners) and Teardrop Flags
The only difference is the shape. The Rectangle Flag has “Rectangle” shape where the Feather Flag (also called Angled Flags, Razor Flags or Bow Banners) has a more of a “bow” shape and the Teardrop Flag has a “teardrop” shape. You can see the Feather Flag and Teardrop Flag shapes on their web pages.
What is the actual size of each Replacement Flag?
The sizes are as follows:
What material are your Replacement Flags made out of?
Our Replacement Flags are made from our high quality SignWeave™ polyester fabric material which is weather resistant. Our single sided flags are printed on our 3.5 oz. SignWeave™ material. Our double sided flags are printed on 2 layers of our special 4.3 oz. SignWeave™ material which has a blockout on the back, and these 2 layers are sewn together. This blockout material ensures that the graphic is not affected by any sunlight bleeding through - so you will always have a vibrant graphic on both sides.
What is shown on the other side of a single sided flag?
When we print a single sided flag we only print on one side of the polyester fabric. The ink then bleeds through the polyester fabric so that it is displayed on the other side in less vibrancy and in mirror reverse to the printed side.
If you need your graphic to be viewed the correct way on both sides you should select double sided print.
What is shown on the other side of a double sided flag?
When we print a double sided flag we print 2 seperate flags on our special blockout material and sew them together. So your print image will be displayed correctly on both sides.
Can I have different designs on the front and back of the double sided flags?
Yes - the double sided can have a different design on each side of the flag.
How long will the Replacement Flag last?
All of our polyester flags are printed using the dye sublimation process which provides a high quality print and vibrant colors.
When used internally (i.e. out of the sun and weather) these flags will last indefinitely.
When used outdoors the dye sublimation print will fade over time and the amount of fading will depend on the amount of UV the flag is exposed to. As an indication we would expect the flags to last 6 - 12 months before noticeably fading but this could vary depending on the conditions the flags are exposed to. Flags left out in harsh conditions are more likely to fade within 3 months of use.
It should be noted that flags supplied by other suppliers in America will last for the same amount of time as they are all printed with the same dye sublimation process.
Our replacement flags have very low prices so you can simply replace the flags when required and continue to use the same poles and bases.
What is the “sleeve”?
The sleeve is the 2” wide pole pocket that the pole slides through. The sleeve is a special stretch material which is double stitch sewn to the edge of the polyester fabric flag
Are your banners a matte or gloss finish?
Our SignWeave™ polyester fabric material and the dye sublimated print provides a high quality matte finish.
Should I use one of your templates when designing my flag?
If you are designing your own flag we recommend it is best to use our templates. This way you can ensure that your design is set up to the correct size and best uses the size of the flag. If you do not have your own design, we offer a free design service. Just send us any logos, photos or text you wish to use and we will prepare the design for you to check and approve.
Can the fabric flag banner be attached to another type of pole?
The Replacement flag has been specifically designed to fit onto the Fabric Sign Guys pole set. It is not designed to be used with any other brand of pole or any other method of displaying.
Will the Replacement Flag melt in direct sunlight?
The Replacement Flag will not melt in direct sunlight, but frequent direct exposure to direct sunlight can cause the color to fade over time.
Are your Replacement Flags fire resistant?
No the Replacement Flag material is not designed to be fire resistant - so we strongly recommend that you avoid placing it near open flames to avoid permanently destroying the flag.
How do I assemble my Replacement Flag?
It is very easy to set up your Replacement Flag onto your existing fabric Sign Guys pole set and should take no more than 5 minutes.
Please go the Fabric Sign Guys product page for the Flag type that you are replacing. You will find full assembly instructions in the FAQ section on that web page.
If the Replacement Flag looks creased, how do I fix this?
It depends how creased the flag is.
If the flag is badly bunched up, it is most likely a tensioning problem. Simply loosen the black tensioning device at the bottom of the pole and then try releasing the tension, or increasing the tension - until the flag is nice and smooth. Then tighten the tensioning device.
If there are creases where the flag has been folded, these will come out over time when being used outside. If you need to remove the creases faster, you can use a steamer to remove them immediately. You can also use a warm iron but this will take longer and you must use an ironing cloth so the iron does not touch the polyester fabric.
How should I look after my Replacement Flag?
When displaying the Flag outdoors, we recommend bringing it indoors after store hours to protect it from the weather and possible theft. The Flag should not be used in extreme weather conditions (strong wind, heavy rain, snow etc).
When storing your Flag you should ensure that it is clean and dry before folding for storage, to avoid any mould or mildew developing. The flag should be stored in a safe dry area.
Can the Replacement Flag be washed or tumble dried?
The polyester fabric flag can be cleaned in a washing machine on a gentle cycle using cold water - but please avoid using harsh detergents or bleach. Please do not place the fabric in a tumble dryer - only air dry the flag and ensure it is completely dry before storing.
