Flags & Accessories

Marking your calendar for June 14th is the way to go if you want to celebrate the anniversary of the national banner. This date commemorates the day in 1777 when the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the Stars and Stripes as the flag of the United States. While it isn’t a federal holiday in every state, it’s a day when many businesses and homes make a point to fly “Old Glory” with a bit of extra pride. Spring is the perfect time to check your flag’s condition and make sure it hasn’t been tattered by those early storms. It’s a simple tradition that reminds everyone of the history behind the stripes before the bigger celebrations of the Fourth of July kick off.

Stopping by Nixa Hardware & Seed Co is the easiest way to pick up the Stars and Stripes and see the quality of the fabric for yourself. Our inventory is stocked with flags that are made to a higher standard, focusing on reinforced stitching and light-fast dyes that won’t wash out after the first rain. Whether you need a small handheld flag for a local parade or a massive display for a commercial-grade pole, we carry the full spectrum of patriotic accessories. Our staff can also help you pick out the right mounting hardware to ensure your display stays secure during those unpredictable Missouri thunderstorms. It’s a great feeling to walk in and find exactly what you’re looking for so you can take it home and fly it with pride.

When you are mounting a flag to the exterior of your home, the most common method is using a sturdy wall bracket secured into the siding or brick. We suggest choosing a 45-degree or 60-degree angle bracket to allow the flag to fly freely without wrapping around the pole. According to the United States Flag Code, the “union” (the blue field of stars) must always be at the peak of the staff. If you are displaying the flag against a wall, whether horizontally or vertically, the stars should always be in the upper left from the observer’s perspective. In Southwest Missouri, our sudden wind gusts can be tough on fabric, so we always recommend using an all-weather nylon flag and ensuring your bracket is anchored with heavy-duty screws to prevent it from pulling loose during a storm.