How To Repair A Felt Hat

The hot steam will cause it to shrink a little each time.

How to repair a felt hat. We are an approved renovator for Stetson Resistol Charlie 1-Horse and Dobbs. Open the spout and keep the steam between 6 to 8 inches away to avoid burning yourself and damaging the hat. Hang the hat away from the waters steam on the back of the door or a hook for about 20 minutes or less and that should do the trick.

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Do not get the hat soaking wet. This will make the hat soft and pliable. Pay particular attention to the headband inside your hat.

When the hat feels dry to the touch test it out. After the brim should return to its original shape and your problem will be solved. Reshape your felt hat by using steam.

Another not so much used method is to place your hat in something oval like a mug. If the inside of the hat has a grosgrain ribbon band this band can be altered to ensure the hat will fit. Then take your hairdryer to partially dry the hat.

To start the renovation process each hat is stripped of the old leather lining and band. Hold the hat over steam for about 1 minute. You can glue a piece of backing on the inside of the hat and using clear glue repair it.