Microplastic-Free
World's First
Biodegradable Polyester
Flagpoles
Durable, lightweight flag poles designed to pair perfectly with our hemp flags.
Leave no trace.
Leave no trace.
Biodegradable
UV-Resistant
100% Recyclable
Premium Quality
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Hemptex®
140gsm. One of a kind fully natural fabric for flags. World's only flags made of Hemp. High UV vastness. Most sustainable option in the world. Every flag supports farming communities in India.
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Delivery Routing
5 Days (NL Made)€€
5 working days
3 Weeks (CH Made)€ · Most cost-effective
3 weeks
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The Natural Foundation for Your Flag.
Our flagpoles are crafted from solid ash wood—a strong, durable, and beautiful material sourced from responsibly managed forests. The natural grain of the wood provides a timeless, elegant finish that plastic or metal poles cannot match.
Product Features:
Material: Solid, high-quality ash wood, known for its strength and resilience.
Finish: Smooth-sanded with a protective, weather-resistant coating that enhances the natural grain.
Compatibility: Designed to work perfectly with all our flags
Sustainability: A renewable and biodegradable alternative to conventional flagpoles.
Shipping
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We ship worldwide using carbon-neutral carriers whenever possible. Each flag is made to order, ensuring minimal waste and tailored quality.
• Benelux shipping: 3 working days
• Standard EU shipping: 7–10 business days
• International shipping: 10–14 business days
• Express options available at checkout
• Ships in 100% compostable packaging
• International shipping: 10–14 business days
• Express options available at checkout
• Ships in 100% compostable packaging
Returns
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Ready-to-order products can be returned within 14 days of delivery.
Custom-made products are non-returnable unless there's an error on our part — in which case we'll gladly remake the item upon receiving proof.
Custom-made products are non-returnable unless there's an error on our part — in which case we'll gladly remake the item upon receiving proof.
Two materials · One mission
Hemptex® or CiCLO®?
Same flag, two planet friendly materials. Your selection above is highlighted. Here's how they compare, top to bottom.
| Compare | Hemptex® | CiCLO® |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Regenerative hemp blend, 100% natural fibres | Polyester enhanced with CiCLO® technology |
| Plastic content | 0%, no oil based fibres at all | Polyester based, but biodegrades with no microplastics left behind |
| Hand feel | Heavier, natural, matte texture. Premium feel. | Lightweight and smooth, like standard polyester |
| Weight | 150 gsm | 110 gsm |
| Print technique | Water-based pigment inks (digital) | Dye-sublimation print (digital) |
| UV resistance | 50 to 100× more UV resistant (Blue Wool 7 to 8) | Standard polyester level UV resistance |
| Colour lifespan | Up to 80 to 100+ years indoor colourfastness | Comparable to standard polyester |
| End of life | Fully biodegradable in nature | Biodegrades up to 97% in active microbial environments (roughly 3 years) |
| Social impact | Direct income for female farming communities in the Himalayas, India | Sourced from certified CiCLO® partner (Georg+Otto Friedrich, Germany) |
| Origin | Hemp grown in India, printed in the Netherlands | Germany |
| Certifications | Lab tested pigment ink durability (ISO 105 B02) | OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT · CSRD proof · fire retardant |
| Best for | Premium storytelling, maximum sustainability statement | High volume, cost conscious sustainable swap |
| Price positioning | Premium | Accessible |
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Built to Last
From weaving in Germany to assembly in Austria and the Netherlands, every stage of Better Flags' production is transparent and documented.
Sustainable and Traceable
All Better Flags are made from polyester enhanced with CiCLO®, sourced responsibly and exclusively from European suppliers.
Planet Friendly
Designed for a lifetime of use, Better Flags biodegrade naturally within approximately three years once discarded.
Awarded & Certified
Better Flags materials meet global standards for environmental responsibility, and carry OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT certification.
