Your flagpole makes it easy for you to show pride when you hang a banner of your choice on it. However, there may come a point when you wish the flagpole was more visually attractive or offered more functional benefits. Fortunately, you can enhance appearances by customizing your flagpole. Read on to learn how to add a unique touch to your display and help it meet your requirements with finials, brackets, and accessories.
Finials
If you are unfamiliar with finials, they are decorative pieces at the top of the flagpole that add character. Popular designs include the traditional ball and the eagle. Along with enhancing the look of your pole, they help protect it by preventing moisture from entering and causing damage.
Brackets
If you have a wall-mounted flagpole and don’t think you have any opportunities for customization, think again. You can invest in brackets that will provide your flagpoles with the necessary support while allowing you to display your flag at your desired angle. Available in materials like aluminum, cast iron, or stainless steel, these durable brackets firmly secure the flagpole, safeguarding it against weather-related damage.
Flash Collars
Just as you can customize the top of a tall flagpole with a finial, you can do the same for the bottom, with a flash collar at its base. These give it a neat look while helping guard your base from exposure to elements like rain. Purchase one made from corrosion-resistant materials such as aluminum to offer your flagpole a sense of style and the ability to endure various weather conditions.
Flagpole Lights
Another way you can customize your flagpole is by adding flagpole lights. These lights will allow you to enhance the visibility of your flag during evening hours and meet the standards of the US Flag Code if you plan to let your American flag fly after sundown.
Solar-powered options provide energy-efficient lighting without complex wiring, while wired models offer consistent illumination. Flagpole lights allow your flag to stand out and honorably wave, day or night, adding an element of grandeur to your display.
Cleat and Halyard Covers
If you have concerns about someone trespassing on your property and trying to steal your flag, try protecting it with the help of cleat and halyard covers. Cleats provide a point to tie off the halyard—the rope used to raise and lower the flag.
To prevent further tampering and ensure a neat finish, consider using halyard covers above your cleat cover. These will prevent unauthorized access to the rope and maintain a tidy appearance.
These accessories will allow you to add more style to your flagpole and protect your flag. If you are interested in buying some of these accessories, a new flag for your pole, or even a flagpole made in the USA, Liberty Flagpoles can help. We can help you get the most out of your investment in your pole or enhance the look of your property with our products.
