If your clothes are an extension of yourself, a sweaty hat doesn't sent the right message. Giving your fitted cap a proper cleaning while maintaining its structure can be a challenge. Popular advice suggests tossing it in the dishwasher or washing machine, but the end result can be a shrunken hat that will make you feel like you dropped the ball. However, a good scrub under running water can be all it takes to remove the stains left behind by a long day.
Hand Washing
Step 1
Run warm water in the sink.
Step 2
Gently rub the hat's sweat stains with a soapy cloth.
Step 3
Rinse off the cap with cool water to remove all the soap.
Step 4
Air dry the hat.
Soak in the Sink
Step 1
Fill up the sink with a mixture of cool water and mild laundry or dish washing detergent.
Step 2
Submerge your hat in the sink for 10 seconds.
Step 3
Rinse off your cap with cool water.
Step 4
Use a towel to absorb the excess water by rolling the hat slowly up and down the towel.
Step 5
Dry it off as much as possible, and then wear your hat until it is completely dry so it keeps the correct form.
Things You Will Need
- Cloth
- Soap
- Mild laundry or dishwashing detergent
- Towel
Tip
- You can use a wool detergent if your fitted cap is made of wool.
Warnings
- Check the cleaning instructions on your hat's tag before washing it.
- Submerging your hat in water can alter the its shape and size, so try hand washing first.
- Do not use bleach or products that contain bleach alternative, because these can stain your hat.
- Do not wash your hat in the dishwasher or washing machine -- the hot water can shrink the size of your cap.
- Drying your hat in the dryer under high heat can also shrink your hat.
Photo Credits
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