Does flag clothing violate the Flag Code?

Answer: Unless an article of clothing is made from an actual United States flag, there is NO breach of flag etiquette whatsoever. People are simply expressing their patriotism and love of country by wearing an article of clothing that happens to be red, white, and blue with stars and stripes.

Is it disrespectful to wash the American flag?

Whether you fly a flag daily or bring it out to honor our country on special days, taking care of the flag is a sign of respect. If your flag is looking dingy or is soiled, washing it is quite appropriate. The U.S. Flag Code does not prohibit washing our national flag.

What happens if you accidentally drop the American flag?

According to the U.S. Flag Code, the American flag should never touch the ground or anything else below it. If the American flag hangs so low on a flagpole that it touches the ground, it will likely accumulate dirt. And if it continues to touch the ground, it may sustain more severe damage in the form of torn fabric.

Should the American flag be burned?

When the flag is no longer in the proper condition to be a fitting emblem for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified way – preferably by burning. But only if the flag is made of cotton or wool. Some of the newer flags, if burned release toxic gases. Nylon and flags made from other synthetics can be buried.

Can you dry a flag?

To dry the flag, do not use a machine dryer; rather, just lay your flag flat until it is dry. If you are unsure of how to wash your flag, you can take it to a dry cleaner to have it professionally washed. Dry cleaning is an especially smart option for indoor flags that are not as durable as outdoor flags.

What does it mean when you fly the flag upside down?

According to U.S. Flag Code, the flag should never be displayed upside-down “except as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property.”

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