Windsocks
have been used by farmers, at airports, and by weather watchers. Its large cone-shape can
indicate wind direction and the relative wind speed. (Watch a windsock and you can tell
which direction the wind is blowing. Example: If the windsock is pointing due west, the
wind is an easterly breeze – the opposite of the direction the windsock is pointing.)
If there isn’t much wind, the windsock will hang deflated. If it is windy, the
windsock will be full and standing out. Windsocks, as we know them, have their origins in
China and Japan where they were made of paper and, for those families with the means, of
silk. Often the windsock resembled a fish.
Your Wind Socks will add a splash of color where ever
they live and can be changed with the Seasons or the Holidays. Proper care of your
windsock or spinner will help to extend its life, and provide more enjoyment for you and
your family. Windsocks are made from a variety of fabrics, including polyester, rip-stop
nylon, parachute cloth, SolarMax, and flag cloth. A superior fabric will produce a
superior quality of wind sock or spinner..
Winsock or Spinner Location
Whether your windsock or spinner is hung indoors or out, place your windsock or spinner in
an area that is convenient, with easy access and free of obstacles.Your windsock or
spinner can be hung from a deck, porch, dock, overhang, boat, etc. But take care that it
is not rubbing on the house, roof, walls, shrubs, or other abrasive surfaces. If mounted
to a house or deck, we recommend a fiberglass pole with a bracket that has a 45 degree
angle. Longer windsocks or spinners, in particular, should hang at an angle, instead of
straight up & down. Adding a "swivel socket" tip will help the windsock or
spinner to rotate 360 degrees and avoid wrapping itself around the pole.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Remember that both direct and reflected sun can damage your windsock or spinner
over an extended period of time. Be prepared to invest in a new windsock or spinner every
year if left in an intensely sunny location. For extended enjoyment, hang your windsock or
spinner in a shady location, or move
it in & out of the direct sunlight.
Rain
Unless acidic, rain should not harm your windsock or spinner. If you live
near salt water, or in a dusty location, you may occasionally rinse your windsock or
spinner out in cool clear water, or use a very gentle soap.
Wind
Extreme wind conditions can also affect the lifespan of your windsock or spinner.
Hemmed edges are best for most normal wind conditions.
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