May Be Properly Disposed at SWA
Palm Beach County residents may bring old U.S. flags to any of the
Home Chemical and Recycling Centers for proper, honorable disposal.
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If a flag is torn, it can be repaired, preferably by a professional or someone skilled in mending. If it is dirty, it can be washed, preferably by hand with a mild soap. If it is faded or tattered beyond repair, or dirty beyond cleaning, then it is time to replace the flag.
Many veterans organizations hold special ceremonies to dispose of unserviceable flags or are collection points for unserviceable flags. Find out more about these ceremonies by the:
In addition, the
Boy Scouts of America offer unserviceable flag guidance and may hold collection events.
Learn more about
US Flag Etiquette»
