Flag Size Guide - What Size Flag Do I Need?

The quick rule -

Use one yard of flag fly for roughly every 10 feet of pole height. For example, a 6 m pole (about 20 ft) suits a 2‑yard flag at 183 x 91 cm. This rule keeps the proportions balanced and wind load sensible.

Recommended sizes for Ground Mounted Flagpole height (landscape flags)

Pole height	Recommended yard size	Metric size
4 m	1½ yard	135cm x 68cm
5 m	2 yard	183cm x 91cm
6 m	2 yard	183cm x 91cm
7 m	2½ yard	229cm x 114cm
8 m	2½ yard or 3 yard	229cm x 114cm or 274cm x 137cm
9 m	3 yard	274cm x 137cm
10 m	3 yard or 4 yard	274cm x 137cm or 366cm x 183cm

Tip: if the site is exposed or the pole is older, choose the smaller size to reduce strain on the halyard, cleat and truck head.

View our ground mounted flagpole range which is suitable for both residential and commercial applications.

Practical notes

Choose the smaller size for high‑wind locations or heritage poles to reduce stress.
Flying multiple flags on one pole? Step down the size for the lower position.

Recommended sizes for Wall‑mounted short poles (angled)

Pole height	Recommended yard size	Metric size
1.5 m	1½ yard	137cm x 68cm
2 m	1½ yard - 2 yard	137cm x 68cm or 183cm x 91cm
2.5 m	2 yard	183cm x 91cm
3 m	2 yard - 2½ yard	183cm x 91cm or 229cm x 114cm

Tip: if the site is exposed or the pole is older, choose the smaller size to reduce strain on the halyard, cleat and truck head. We offer a range of wall mounted flagpoles ideal for most applications.

Recommended sizes for Show-Home Flagpoles Landscape and banner style flags

Pole height	Recommended yard size	Metric size
5 m – With Rotating Arm	-	225cm x 91cm (single-sided)
6 m – With Rotating Arm	-	250cm x 91cm (single-sided)
7 m – With Rotating Arm	-	300cm x 100cm (single-sided)
5 m	2 yard	183cm x 91cm
6 m	2 yard	183cm x 91cm
7 m	2½ yard	229cm x 114cm