How to Wash a Baseball Hat and Keep It Looking Fresh

Can You Wash a Baseball Hat?

If you have a dirty baseball hat, we have good news. Yes, you can wash that dirty baseball hat.

The most important thing to know is that not all hats should get treated the same. Newer hats are more durable and can easily survive a deeper clean.

Vintage hats, on the other hand, are far more fragile. This isn't just because of their ages either. Many hats made in the 1970's or earlier have cardboard reinforced brims.

Cardboard brims can't survive a roll in the washing machine, so be sure to follow our instructions to maintain its shape and structure.

How to Wash a Vintage Baseball Hat

Ready to wash that vintage baseball hat? If you suspect that the vintage hat that you love has a cardboard brim, be sure to follow this list on instructions.

Start by making yourself a bowl of warm soapy water. You'll want to use a spare, unused toothbrush and a washcloth to begin the cleaning process.

Using the washcloth, begin to wash the areas that need cleaning most. You'll want to avoid soaking the brim, so use a gentle touch!

You can use the toothbrush to clean areas with bigger stains. These stains may require some extra attention, but don't dig into the fabric.

When you've finished cleaning the areas that need attention, rinse your washcloth. You'll want to rinse the areas you've cleaned to ensure that the soap is no longer present on the material.