When your favorite cap needs a quick refresh, follow these steps for how to wash a hat by hand. You’ll be done in just about 10 minutes!
1.Fill a sink or large basin with cool water. Mix in a few drops of laundry detergent or dish soap, and agitate the mixture until sudsy
2.Fully submerge your hat in the soapy water and swish it around a bit, being careful not to squish the brim
3.Let sit for 10 minutes, swishing it in the soapy water every so often.
4. For especially dirty hats, you may need to soak and swish for double the amount of time to remove all of the grime and sweat buildup.
5.Finally, rinse the hat under cool running water for a minute or two until no suds remain. Gently squeeze the excess water out of the cap, avoiding the brim, which will lose its shape if twisted. Instead, blot the brim with a dry towel to remove excess water before laying the hat on a towel to dry.
6.Help your hat keep its shape while drying by filling it with newspaper, an upside-down bowl, or a bunched-up towel.