How to Display a Zion Flag Indoors and Out
By Hand-Made Surf Flags | Slightly Choppy Artifacts | Published: 2026-10-26
Category: How-to Guides
Learn the best ways to hang your Zion flag indoors and outdoors. Get step-by-step mounting tips, avoid common mistakes, and keep your flag looking great.
Quick answer
For indoor display, use a simple nail or adhesive hook behind the twill tape; for outdoor display, use a sturdy flagpole or wall mount and bring the flag inside during heavy weather.
Indoor vs outdoor considerations
The Zion Flag is hand-made with a yellow canvas, black screened typography, and a stitched National Park patch. It has a natural twine and twill tape top, which gives it a rustic look but also affects how you mount it.
Indoors, you have more freedom: the flag is lightweight and can be hung with minimal hardware. Outdoors, you need to protect the canvas from moisture and UV rays, and choose a mounting method that can handle wind without damaging the flag.
What you need to know before you start
The flag's top edge features twill tape and twine — not a standard pole sleeve. This means you cannot slide it onto a standard flagpole without modification. For pole mounting, you'll need to attach grommets or use clips.
If you plan to display the flag outdoors, consider applying a fabric UV protectant spray to extend the life of the canvas and screened design. The flag is not waterproof, so bring it inside during rain or snow.
Step-by-step display guide
- Choose your location: Decide whether you are displaying indoors or outdoors. Indoors: choose a wall away from direct sunlight to prevent fading. Outdoors: choose a spot with some shelter from wind and rain, like a covered porch or under an eave. Avoid placing the flag where it will rub against rough surfaces — the canvas can fray.
- Mount the flag indoors: For indoor display, the easiest method is to use a small nail or adhesive hook placed behind the twill tape at the top edge. Gently rest the tape on the hook. Alternatively, use two small nails — one at each top corner — to keep the flag flat. Do not use push pins through the canvas; they leave permanent holes. Use the twill tape as the hanging point instead.
- Mount the flag outdoors: For outdoor display, attach the flag to a wall mount or flagpole using clips or grommets. If you want to use a pole, sew or clip grommets onto the top edge. A simple wall bracket with a dowel can also work — slide the twill tape over the dowel. Never leave the flag out in heavy rain or strong wind — the canvas is not weatherproof and the colors may run.
- Secure the flag properly: Once mounted, check that the flag hangs straight and does not flap excessively. For outdoor use, tie the bottom corners loosely with small weights or use a bottom clip to prevent constant whipping. If the flag is flapping loudly, it is wearing out faster. Adjust the mounting to reduce movement.
- Maintain your flag: Indoors: dust the flag gently with a soft brush or low-suction vacuum. Outdoors: bring the flag inside during storms and store it flat. Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap if needed — do not machine wash. Canvas can shrink if wet, so always air dry flat and away from direct heat.
Product details
- Zion Flag: Zion National Park — dramatic sandstone walls, lush canyon floors, and some of the most iconic hikes in the country. This hand-made flag uses a yellow canvas with black screened typography and stitched National Park patch. Each flag is topped with a natural twine + twill tape and stamped. The twine and twill tape top means you cannot use a standard pole sleeve; you'll need clips, grommets, or a simple nail behind the tape to hang it.
Zion Flag
