How to Clean Embroidered Hats Without Damaging Them

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How to Clean Embroidered Hats Without Damaging Them

How to Clean Embroidered Hats Without Damaging Them

On hot summer days, hats—especially custom embroidered caps—tend to collect sweat, dirt, and grime. But cleaning them isn’t as simple as tossing them into the washing machine like you would with a custom embroidered t-shirt or polo shirt.

Machine washing can ruin a hat’s shape, cause shrinkage, or even damage the embroidery. But no worries—we’ve got you covered with simple, safe methods to clean your caps and keep them looking fresh and sharp.

🧼 How to Clean Your Custom Cap (Quick Method)

This method works best for lightly dirty or dusty hats—like your everyday custom structured or unstructured cap.

Quick Wash Steps:

  1. Fill a sink or small tub with cool water and add a drop of mild detergent.

  2. Submerge the hat and gently swish it around to create light suds.

  3. Let it soak for 5–10 minutes.

  4. Rinse thoroughly with cool water.

  5. Gently press out excess water—avoid twisting the brim to preserve the shape.

  6. Pat dry with a towel, then reshape the hat and lay it flat or hang it to air dry.

You’ll Need:

  • Mild detergent

  • Clean towel

  • Small sink or tub

💪 How to Deep Clean a Sweat-Stained or Dirty Hat

For sweat stains or heavy soiling, a deep clean using color-safe oxygen bleach (like OxiClean®) is your best bet.

Deep Cleaning Steps:

  1. Wear gloves to protect your hands.

  2. Fill a tub with cool water and mix in color-safe oxygen bleach (follow package instructions).

  3. Dip the hat, then spot-treat stains with a bit of mild detergent and a soft toothbrush.

  4. Let the hat soak for about an hour.

  5. Rinse thoroughly with cool water.

  6. Gently press out excess water—again, do not twist the brim.

  7. Pat dry with a towel and reshape the hat as it air dries.

You’ll Need:

  • Color-safe oxygen bleach

  • Gloves

  • Soft toothbrush

  • Mild detergent

  • Towel

  • Small tub or sink

🧢 Shop Custom Embroidered Hats from PROMOXWEAR

Ready to stock up on fresh caps for your crew or brand? At PROMOXWEAR, we carry a wide variety of premium brands like Nike, Richardson, New Era, and more—all with FREE custom logo embroidery.

➤ Browse our most popular styles:

🧠 Not sure which cap style is right for your logo? Check out our helpful guide:
👉 Structured vs. Unstructured: What’s Better for Logo Embroidery?

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