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Remove dust gently with soft brush, always brushing with the nap of the fabric. If your hat becomes wet, shake off excess water and allow air to dry away from high heat or direct sunlight. If possible, use a hat form to keep the crown of the hat from becoming misshapen. To remove stains, sprinkle the stained area with corn starch or talcum powder and allow to sit for at least a couple of hours and then brush away. The powder will absorb the oil. DO NOT USE liquid cleaners on the hat unless the fibers are synthetic. You can use a small amount of mild detergent mixed with water on a clean white cloth to spot treat stains. Rinse by wiping with a cloth dipped in water and allow to dry naturally. Cloth hats can be treated with Scotch guard spray to help keep the dirt and oils from becoming embedded in your hat.
Remove dust gently with soft brush, always brushing with the nap of the fabric. If your hat becomes wet, shake off excess water and allow air to dry away from high heat or direct sunlight. If possible, use a hat form to keep the crown of the hat from becoming misshapen. To remove deeper stains, apply a leather cleaner like Bickmore’s Foaming Dark for dark-colored leather, or Foaming Light for light-colored leather hats. An alternative involves mixing equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle, shaking to combine, lightly spraying the solution onto the hat, and using a soft-bristled brush or sponge to gently work it into the leather. After cleaning, apply a leather conditioner, working it in evenly across the surface. Let it absorb into the leather for a few hours or overnight, then gently buff the hat for a polished look that keeps the leather soft and protected from cracking.
Suede leather is more difficult to clean than regular leather because it's made from the flesh side of the leather and has a delicate, absorbent material:
Cleaning method: Suede can be cleaned with a suede brush, a pencil eraser, white vinegar, rubbing alcohol, or a suede-cleaning solution. Regular leather can be cleaned with a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar.
Cleaning tools: Suede brushes are designed to clean suede and have both stiff metal and soft nylon bristles. For regular leather, use a microfiber cloth.
Cleaning technique: For suede, lightly dab the stain with a damp cloth or flannel. For regular leather, rub the leather in a circular motion to lift dirt.
1) Use Tissue Paper: Push out any indented areas in the hat by hand, then stuff the hat with tissue paper until it's full. Leave the tissue paper in for 24 hours, or repeat the process for 2–3 days if needed.
2) Use Steam: Hold the hat 6–8 inches away from a steam source, like a tea kettle or shower, and carefully reshape it. Don't soak the hat, and let it dry on its crown before wearing.
3) Use a Hat Form or Wig Stand: Lightly dampen the hat with water or hat shaping spray, then conform it to the desired shape. Place the hat on the form or stand, and let it dry away from direct sunlight and heat for a few days.
4) Use a Plastic Bag and Newspaper: Stuff a plastic bag filled with newspaper into the brim of the hat for a few days.
5) Use a Leather Conditioner: Apply a small amount of leather conditioner to the hat with a clean, dry cloth. Work the conditioner in using circular motions, paying special attention to worn or sun-exposed areas. Let it absorb for several hours or overnight, then buff the hat with a clean, dry cloth.
We do not recommend washing your hat in the washing machine. This will ruin the shape of the hat and may make it hard to recognize.
Follow the instructions below:
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