5 Ways to Safely Remove Wrinkles from Flags

When exposed to the elements, vinyl backdrop. flags are expected to last anywhere between six months and two years. However, you can ensure their longevity through proper care and maintenance, which includes minimizing wrinkles and folds.

Here are some five tried-and-tested ways to safely remove wrinkles from flags and keep them in their pristine condition for many years.

1. Use the Sun to Smooth Out Wrinkles

Our flags are made from polyester fabric, a durable and water-resistant material known for holding its shape and colors for many years. But as with many types of fabric, it tends to wrinkle.

One of the best and easiest ways to remove wrinkles from flags is to set them up and let the natural heat from the sun do its work.

Since flags are mounted on a pole, the tension, plus the natural heat from the sun, can also get rid of the wrinkles and folds in no time.

2. Remove Wrinkles with a Steamer

Remove the fabric flag from its pole before using a steamer. Next, hang it and use the lowest possible heat setting and a gentle up and down motion to get rid of the wrinkles without causing any damage.

3. Use an Iron With Caution

Although you can use an iron to get rid of folds and wrinkles, you should be extra careful with this method to prevent burning the fabric.

It’s important to use a damp cloth between the hot iron and the flag fabric and start with the lowest heat setting. Moreover, use a medium pressure and avoid ironing over one spot for too long.

4. Know the Proper Storage

You can roll or fold advertising flags for storage and transportation. However, rolling is a better storage position than folding, which causes creasing.

Rolling is even more advisable if you have multiple flags to store because it takes less space, allowing you to pack more while reducing wrinkles.

Next, use a plastic bag or a protective cover before storing the flags in a container. Choose a dry, room-temperature area for storage to prevent mold growth in the fabric.

5. Wash and Hang Dry Flags Properly

Dust, dirt, and wrinkles can reduce the color intensity of the flag’s graphics. So, it’s essential to wash the fabric using mild soap and select the delicate or normal cycle.

Meanwhile, avoid using bleach to ensure that the colors remain vibrant. It’s also more ideal to hang dry the fabric flag instead of using the dry spin to ensure that it retains its shape and to minimize wrinkles.

Conclusion

With proper care and maintenance, you can minimize wrinkles on your flags fand keep them in pristine condition for many years. Nevertheless, their longevity also depends on the quality of ink and fabric. For this reason, we use premium polyester and full-color dye sublimation process.

Aside from using premium materials, eSigns also provide free templates and a user-friendly design tool that includes high-resolution stock photos and vector clipart.