There are two main materials incorporated when printing a custom flag. These are namely Dacron polyester and nylon. The two materials are favored by makers because these last long and weigh less compared to others. There are also printers that may use low quality polyester or nylon. Nylon is a bit heavier compared to Dacron polyester but also lasts longer. The preferred material for inkjet-printed flags is Dacron because of the tight weave that lets it last a long time. Inks for printing will also stay longer and the design stays visible and looking new for many months. Screen-printed flag printing prefers nylon material.
Screen printing flags involve the use of a screen. Ink will be pushed through the medium or screen with the design on the material. This is recommended only for solid or spot colors but not on gradients or pictures.
Inkjet printing is the second mode which will work similar to a computer printer wherein documents and text can easily be placed on the material. Ink will be sprayed on the material which will soak the fabric. The reverse image will appear afterwards.
Dye-sublimation printing is the third approach which works similar to a laser printer for text and documents. When using this approach, powdered dye is sprayed on the fabric which will go through a fuser to put the fabric and toner together. The resulting artwork is very sharp and attractive. The image, however, can only be found on one side of the custom flag, not on both, since the toner stays on the surface of the material.