How should your beloved baseball hat be washed? In two words, Hand Washing.
While many may argue that it's much simpler to toss your cap in the washer with your subsequent load of clothes, there are better options.
Even when a navy blue hat is marked as machine washable, even on the gentlest cycle, it might nevertheless sustain damage while being jostled around in the washer.
Let's not even discuss the dishwasher at this point. Get that thought out of your head right away if you're tempted to stack your cap among your soiled coffee mugs and utensils. In addition to damaging your hat from the intense heat and agitation, many dishwasher detergents contain bleaching components that would probably discolor your cap.
Don't panic, though. It's also surprisingly easy to clean a baseball cap. This is the procedure.
Wash Your Baseball Hat By Hand
Check for ColorfastnessMake sure the color won't bleed on your baseball cap before hand washing it. Warm water should be dipped in a white cloth before applying it to a hidden portion of the hat. The hat is not colorfast and should not be washed in water if any color rubs off on the white fabric.
Start by Spot-CleaningWarm water, a tiny amount of dish soap, or a mild, non-bleach laundry detergent should be used to dampen a soft-bristled brush or soft cloth. Before submerging the entire hat in water, use a circular motion to carefully rub away any sweat stains on the sweatband, crown, or brim of the cap. Repetition may be necessary; let it sit for at least an hour. If the sweatband has more caked-on stains, you may be able to spray stain remover on it, depending on the fabric.
Get a Bowl With Clean WaterIf you're washing a wool baseball cap, Woolite is a fantastic option. Add roughly a spoonful of laundry detergent to a bowl of cool or cold water. Never use hot water since it might shrink the fibers, run the color, and do other harm to the hat.
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Let the Hat SoakIt's time to soak the entire hat, just like you did with the cap for spot cleaning. Wash it gently in the soapy water, then soak it for at least one hour. If you think you need to soak it longer, check on it occasionally.
Rinse It OffHold the cleaned hat under a gentle stream of cool running water until all soap residue has been removed.
Pat It DownCarefully blot away any extra water with a clean towel so that it doesn't get sopping wet. To prevent transferring any lint, use a white towel for white or brightly colored hats and a dark towel for dark hats.
Air DryAllowing the hat to air dry naturally is the best method for drying a baseball hat for men. Set the cap in this position by placing it on a spotless surface in a cool, dry region away from the sun, which could result in fading and discoloration. Baseball caps made of wool are especially prone to stretching out, so it's best to air dry them on top of a rolled-up towel or a spherical plastic form that is the same size as your head. Note: You might use a blow dryer to dry the hat quickly, but keep in mind that doing so may result in unintended shrinking, especially when using a high-heat setting.
Wash and GoThe first step to correctly washing your baseball cap is to read the care label and have some knowledge of various hat fabrics. The safest way to wash a hat is by far by hand, but if you're set on doing it that way, we won't stop you. We want your favorite baseball cap to last as long as you do, after all.