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Hats are very susceptible to dirt, especially those that are hand-knitted. Washing hats by hand is the safest method, but for stronger knitted hats, you can try washing them in the washing machine. Before washing the hat, try to determine what material the hat is made of and whether it is easily deformed when washed. The simplest way is to look on the label sewn on the hat. However, if your hat is unbranded, you’ll have to guess for yourself.
Steps
Wash Hats By Hand
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Fill a small plastic basin with cold water. Warm or hot water can cause the hat to fade or even shrink depending on the material. You just need to pour enough water to cover the hat. If you only want to wash 1 or 2 hats, you can use a large plastic bowl instead of a basin.
- This works best for hand-knitted beanies or delicate caps that you fear will break or stretch in the washing machine. [1] X Research Source
- If the hat was knitted by you, check the yarn label you use for washing instructions. [2] X Research Source
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Mix mild detergent in water. Pour in about a tablespoon of detergent or soap and stir in the water until it dissolves completely and creates bubbles that float on top of the water. The type of detergent you use will depend on the material of your hat and the type of stain you want to wash.
- If your hat is knitted from wool, you should choose a soap specifically made for wool. This will help reduce the chance of lint, fading, and other types of damage. If not, a cleaner without bleach and other additives is fine.
- Never use chlorine bleach [3] X Research or enzyme treatment on wool fabrics. [4] X Trusted Source The Smithsonian Institution Go to Source
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Use the hat stain test. If you are using this method to wash your hat for the first time, you should only dip a small amount before dipping the entire hat in. Hold the fabric in the water for about two minutes.
- While the hat is still wet, check for discoloration. You can see the color fade out underwater. If not, try patting the hat on a flat surface or lightly colored material.
- When patting the fabric of the hat you want to wash, be sure to pat it on something that can be easily cleaned or won’t fade.
- Select an area to test the stain on your hat that won’t be visible when you’re wearing it. That way, if the color fades, it won’t affect the overall look of the hat.
- If you don’t see any signs of fading on your hat, you can continue to the next step.
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Dip the entire hat. If the fabric you tested shows no signs of damage after two minutes, the rest of the hat can also be dipped. If you wash normally, you only need to soak for about 30 minutes. If there is dirt on the hat or more stubborn stains, you may need to soak the hat for a few hours. [5] X Research Sources
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Rinse with water. Remove the cap from the soapy water and rinse it under a strong, even stream of water to remove all detergent. Use cold water for best results. Continue rinsing until you no longer feel the viscous and detergent on the hat. [6] X Research Source
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Squeeze out standing water. Place the hat between your hands and make a fist. Then place it on a clean towel and keep holding it until no more water comes out of the hat. Do not twist or twist the hat as doing so may cause it to change shape or cause lint. [7] X Research Sources
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Let the hat dry. Place the hat in a well-ventilated place. Lay it flat out on a towel and pull it back to its normal shape. You can speed up the drying process, but only use an electric fan near it and turn it on to the lowest setting, do not use a hair dryer because high heat can cause your hat to shrink. Also, don’t put the hat in direct sunlight, as it can cause discoloration. [8] X Research Sources
Wash your knit cap with a washing machine
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Put the flimsy hat in a laundry bag. Some hand-knit hats, especially those made of wool, can be damaged by movement in the washing machine. To prevent this from happening, put your hat in a pillowcase, mesh bag, or laundry bag. Close the bag by zipping or fastening it to prevent the hat from falling off while the machine is running. This step is especially important if you are only washing a small amount of laundry. [9] X Research Source
- Be careful with hand-knit items that you plan to wash with this method. If the hat is made of acrylic yarn, machine washable wool, or cotton yarn, the hat should be fine if machine washed. However, wool that is not labeled “machine washable” will spoil if put in the washing machine, damaging your item. [10] X Research Source
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Prepare lots of laundry together. Knit hats are often damaged if too few items are left in the washing machine. Washing the hat with some clothes will prevent it from spinning too much because there will be less free space for it to spin. Just make sure those items are the same color, and ideally wash the knit cap along with other knitting items.
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Start the washing machine before putting the laundry in. Wait for the drum to fill with cold water. Pause the machine before the wash cycle starts and put the clothes and hat in the washing machine. [11] X Research Source
- If your washing machine is a front-loading type, just do it the usual way of putting your clothes in and washing them. While it’s not the ideal way, your hat should be fine.
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Add a little more laundry soap. If your hat is knitted with wool and the same goes for general laundry items, a wool soap is best. These soaps often contain lanpine, which softens the wool, reducing static electricity and increasing water resistance. If you don’t wash wool or can’t find a special soap, you can use any mild soap that doesn’t contain bleach and other harsh chemicals. [12] X Research Source
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Soak before washing. Do not start the washing machine right away. Let the laundry in the tub soak for at least an hour. If the item is too dirty, it may need to be soaked overnight. Don’t worry too much when your woolen clothes float when you put them in. They will slowly absorb enough water and sink. [13] X Research Source
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Run the washing machine on “rotate only.” This will make your laundry only go through the last step of the wash cycle. The washing machine will only slightly shake the clothes in the drum and then drain the soapy water. This spinning also helps partially dry the laundry by squeezing excess water through the force of the plate direction. If your item is still wet, give it another spin. [14] X Research Source
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Spread the hat out to dry. Spread a clean, dry towel down on a flat surface and lay your woolen spread out on it. Place it in a well-ventilated place, such as a room with a ceiling fan. Let the hat dry naturally. This may take a few hours. [15] X Research Source
Washing Caps with the Washing Machine
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Treat the inner lining of the hat first. This brim is the dirtiest place, as it soaks up sweat and oil on your skin. Choose an enzyme cleaner and spray it on the brim to remove this stain.
- Most baseball caps made in the last 10 years are machine washable.
- It is better if you hand wash with a knit cap.
- Older caps often had a cap made of cardboard. These caps should never be fully immersed in water. Instead, it’s best to wipe them with a spray bottle and towel. [16] X Research Source
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Put the hat in with your normal laundry. Treat the hat like any other laundry. Wash with clothes of the same color and use any laundry soap you like.
- Wash in cold water for best results. However, warm water is also okay. Do not use hot water when washing hats.
- Do not use detergents. [17] X Research Source
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Let the hat dry naturally. After washing is complete, lay the hat on a flat surface in a well-ventilated area. You can put an electric fan nearby to make the hat dry faster. Do not put your hat in the tumble dryer; Doing so will cause the hat to shrink or deform. [18] X Research Sources
Washing the Sea Hat
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Determine if the straw hat is washable. Some straw hats are too fragile to be washed, even by hand. Most sedge caps are made from tough sedges that allow for gentle hand washing. Check the hat’s label. If it’s made in Baku or Shantung, you can rest assured. [19] X Research Source
- If you can’t figure out what the sedge hat is made of, gently curl the edge of the hat. If it has elasticity and quickly restores to its original shape, it’s probably durable enough to wash. If it is bent and torn, it is not suitable for washing.
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Remove the hat ornament if necessary. Rope, ribbons, small buttons or other accessories are usually attached to the hat with a small piece of wire. You can easily separate it so that the ornament falls off. If the ornament is sewn on with thread, it may not be necessary to remove it. You’re much more likely to damage your hat by trying to take it off and sew it back on than by leaving it to wash.
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Wipe gently with a washcloth. For cleaning that cannot be cleaned with a brush, use a wet cloth to wipe it. Carefully wipe the towel on the surface of the hat, wiping away the surface stains. Don’t let the hat get too wet. [20] X Research Sources
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Wipe the entire hat with the hydrogen peroxide solution. If normal water can’t wash it, you can use hydrogen peroxide as a mild rinse. Pour half the amount of hydrogen peroxide and half the amount of regular water into a hand sprayer.
- Spray this solution on a soft cloth. Carefully wipe the entire hat with this towel.
- For stubborn stains, spray the solution directly onto the hat and wipe it off with a towel. Avoid getting the hat wet, as it can cause the hat to deform and shrink. [21] X Research Source
Advice
- If the instruction label on the hat says “dry cleaning only,” you should take it to a dry cleaner. Sometimes it’s cheaper to pay for dry cleaning than for a hat that’s damaged by machine washing.
- Keep linens separate from other fabrics. This will prevent them from putting them in the washing machine by mistake and protect them from damage. [22] X Research Source
- Some people wash their caps in the dishwasher. However, this method is not recommended by dishwasher manufacturers. [23] X Research Source In addition, the high heat from the dishwasher can cause the plastic on the hat to deform and the fabric to shrink. [24] X Research Sources
- Spray pre-treatment on stubborn stains and dirty areas before washing. [25] X Research Sources
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Hats are very susceptible to dirt, especially those that are hand-knitted. Washing hats by hand is the safest method, but for stronger knitted hats, you can try washing them in the washing machine. Before washing the hat, try to determine what material the hat is made of and whether it is easily deformed when washed. The simplest way is to look on the label sewn on the hat. However, if your hat is unbranded, you’ll have to guess for yourself.
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