Many people find that their baseball caps become deformed after washing. What's going on? How can I clean a baseball cap without losing its shape? Today, we'll provide a few simple tips.
1. Why do baseball caps easily deform?
There is a hard lining inside the brim: Most baseball caps have cardboard or plastic inside the brim. Once soaked in water or rubbed hard, they are easy to bend or break.
The hat shape has a supporting structure: In order to maintain its shape, the hat body is generally relatively straight. If too much force is applied during washing, it will collapse.
Improper cleaning method: Throwing it directly into the washing machine or soaking it in hot water are common causes of deformation.
2. Correct cleaning method
(1) Preparation
Use a soft brush or damp cloth to gently brush off the dust on the surface.
If it is a hat with a metal buckle, check whether it is loose before washing to avoid rust caused by water ingress.
(2) Wash by hand, not in a washing machine
Water temperature: Use warm water around 30℃. Too hot water will cause the hat shape to deform.
Detergent: Use a mild laundry detergent or a special hat detergent.
Cleaning method:
Use a soft brush to dip in foam and gently brush the surface of the hat, especially the sweat stains.
Do not soak the brim of the hat in water for a long time, just wash it quickly.
(3) Rinse it clean
Rinse off the foam with clean water to prevent residual detergent from making the fabric hard.
3. How to dry it without deformation?
Natural drying: After washing, use a towel to absorb excess water, do not wring it out.
Fixing the hat shape: Place the hat on a round object (such as a bowl or ball) when drying to maintain the shape of the hat.
Avoid exposure to the sun: Do not place it in the sun or dry it in the dryer, as it will shrink and deform easily.
4. Tips
If you sweat frequently, you can add a sweat-absorbing sticker to the lining of the hat to reduce the frequency of washing.
For collectible or valuable hats, it is recommended to dry clean or send it to a professional cleaning shop.