Maintenance & Storage of Hats

Panama & Straw Hats

Straw hats, especially Panama hats, are famous for being very resistant. It's true - but only where they come from - in the tropics! There, the palm fibers remain soft and flexible through the high humidity. In contrast, in Europe the fibers can dry very quickly, especially in hot dry weather. Therefore, it is recommended to moisten the hat from time to time under steam. In addition, the hat must not be pinched when wearing it, because the straws can break very easily.

Easy cleaning of Wool Felt Hats

Dusty hats are brushed with a cloth brush in one direction - counter-clockwise, so that the dust is removed properly and not brushed into the surface.

Brands on Felt Hats

Pressure marks and folds can be removed with steam e.g. very low practical using the steam from an electric tea kettle or more semi-professionally with a clothes steamer. Cleaning felt hats can be difficult, so it is often worth going to a headwear or textile service shop. Wool felt hats are usually accepted by all dry cleaners.

Dirt on Cotton or Wool Caps

If dirt has gotten on your sixpence, you must first try to remove it with a brush. If this is not effective, you can try with a damp cloth - generally flat caps cannot be washed, but you can check the washing label and see if cleaning is an option.

Storage of Hats

All hats must always be stored upside down or the crooked shade will lose a lot of shape very quickly. The same applies especially to wet hats. Wet hats should only be dried upside down at room temperature as they can shrink from excessive heat.

Freely translated by The Prince Webshop from the Stetson Europa Website