Proper American Flag Illumination with outdoor lighting

Proper American Flag Lighting,According to the U.S. Flag Code, Section 6a: “It is universal custom to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on stationary flagstaffs in the open. However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed twenty-four hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.”

American flags illuminated at night with outdoor lighting

The Code itself doesn’t indicate what “properly” means. However, “The American Legion interprets ‘proper illumination’ as a light specifically placed to illuminate the flag (preferred) or having a light source sufficient to illuminate the flag so it is recognizable as such by the casual observer.”

Lite Visions will properly illuminate your flag with low voltage outdoor lighting to be sure everyone can see your American flag proudly at night.

Depending on the size and location of the flag, a few lights near the base of the flagpole makes a tremendous difference at night. The flag becomes a strong focal point at night adding interest and the red white and blue colors. We take the flag’s height and size into consideration and knows what fixtures and beam spread will properly illuminate your flag throughout the night. Even if you think your flagpole is too tall, our new LED light source is powerful enough to properly illuminate your flag at night. Don’t forget the pole should also be properly illuminated along with the flag.

Alot of homeowners try to light a large American flag with one small outdoor lighting fixture and it simply is not enough light to barely see the flag, let alone illuminate the American flag when a wind is blowing the flag in any direction. Allow us to design a outdoor lighting plan to help illuminate your beautiful American flag at night. Long may it wave.