re: How do you baws clean your hats?

[quote] 1) Examine the hats. Some cleaning experts recommend avoiding this method for the safety of your caps. Others think it's acceptable, but acknowledge the risk of damage.Wash the hat by hand or in a washing machine instead if you notice one of these warning signs: A cleaning tag that says "cold wash only" Fraying stitches, tears, or other signs of damage Wool material A cardboard brim; these are usually only found in hats made in the 1990's or earlier. Washing sentimental hats is not recommended, since there's always some risk of damage.

2) Consider a baseball hat frame. Also called baseball hat cages or shapers, these are intended to protect the hat's shape. They will not protect your hat from heat or moisture, but they should stop severe bending. Simply open the frame, place your hat inside, and snap the frame shut around it. Confirm that the frame is dishwasher-safe before you buy it. This may void your dishwasher's warranty. Baseball Hat Frame

3) Load the dishwasher with hats only. For hygienic reasons, do not mix dishes and clothing in the same load. Place the hats on the upper rack, where heat and water pressure are usually less intense.

4) Set the dishwasher to a short wash without drying. Set your dishwasher to the shortest wash cycle. Never include a drying cycle, which can bend or wrinkle the hat due to intense heat. If your dishwasher has a temperature setting, choose a low-heat option.

5) Add dishwasher detergent carefully. Adding detergent is risky, since it may alter the fabric color. Use a small amount of detergent, and avoid lemon detergent and products that contain bleach. For added safety, rub a small amount of the detergent on a hidden corner of the hat. Wait until dry to check for color fastness. Consider skipping detergent completely if you're just trying to get rid of mild grime. Unless you plan to eat soup out of your hat, it doesn't need to be as clean as your dishes.

6) Let air dry. When the washing machine is finished, leave your hats to dry on a drying rack. If using a baseball cap framer, leave it on to prevent shrinking.[/quote

Fill a sink or bucket with warm water mixed with oxyclean. Spot clean bad spots with laundry detergent and a toothbrush. Then let the whole hat soak for at least 2-3 hours, if not overnight. Let air dry with something underneath it for support so it keeps it shape.

No matter how much sweat or age, I've never had a hat that stunk. That's gross.

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. Let air dry with something underneath it for support so it keeps it shape.

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I hang mine from the shower head, bill downwards.

No matter how I wash them, the sweat stains won’t come out

When the smell of my hat gets to unbearable, I usually like to piss on it to remark my territory. It is best to do this maneuver around your other alpha male friends, so they know.

Pre-soak in washing machine with Oxy Clean. After pre-soak, hand scrub any tough to clean areas. Wash on delicate cycle. Insert hat frame and put it out in the sun to dry. The sun will often get the last of the sweat stains to go away.

Wear em in the shower and shampoo the crap out of em

Spray with Shout. Place on top shelf of dishwasher. Use light cycle. Wear like new hat.