How to Hang a Custom Pennant Flag Indoors
By Hand-Made Surf Flags | Slightly Choppy Artifacts | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Learn the best way to display your custom pennant flag indoors without damaging walls or the flag. Step-by-step advice for a clean, secure mount.
Quick answer
To hang a custom pennant flag indoors without damage, use a lightweight wooden dowel and clear adhesive hooks or a simple magnetic bar system. Avoid nails or tape that can tear the canvas.
Why a dowel or magnetic bar works best
A custom pennant flag made from 10 oz. duck canvas has heft and a distinct shape. A dowel slipped through the top hem distributes weight evenly and keeps the flag flat against the wall. Magnetic bars are a no-drill option for metal door frames or filing cabinets, though they won't work on textured drywall.
What to avoid
Avoid push pins or thumbtacks—they leave permanent holes in canvas and can cause the fabric to sag over time. Standard poster tape also fails on duck canvas because the surface is too textured for a reliable grip.
How to hang your custom pennant flag indoors
- Choose your hanging method: Pick a wooden dowel (1/4" to 3/8" diameter) that fits inside the flag's top hem, or a magnetic bar if you're mounting on a metal surface. A dowel works for any wall type; a magnetic bar is damage-free but limited to steel surfaces. Measure the hem opening before buying a dowel—too thick and it won't slide through.
- Attach the dowel or bar: Slide the dowel through the hem until it is centered. For a dowel, attach two clear adhesive hooks (rated for at least 1 lb) to the wall at the same height and spaced slightly narrower than the flag width. Rest the dowel ends in the hooks. For a magnetic bar, simply place the bar inside the hem and attach to a metal surface. Check that the hooks are level before pressing them firmly onto the wall.
- Adjust and secure the flag: Gently tug the flag so it hangs straight and the hem sits evenly on the dowel or bar. If using a dowel, you can add a small felt pad behind the flag to keep it from swinging or curling against the wall. If the flag twists on the dowel, the hem is likely too loose—try a slightly thicker dowel.
Product facts
- Custom Flag - Pennant: Each flag is made from 10 oz. duck canvas and measures approximately 12" x 20". The canvas weight means the flag hangs with a natural drape but needs a sturdy support to avoid sagging or tearing at the corners.
Custom Flag - Pennant