How long until you toss your new era hat?

[Nereyda Vuelve Por Dios]

Ever since they changed the inside lining from white to black I'm keeping mines until they get really dirty or funky.

I have two on the main rotation Yankee and cincy reds from like 6 yrs ago. They stay clean becuase I only wear them to go to the store and it's only for like 10 minutes. I can't rock a fitted for a whole day.

I have a couple more but they are huge from when I rocked a lot of hair and Durags.

 

[nazdrowie]

[h2]Steps[/h2]

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   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.[sup][1][/sup]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.[sup][2][/sup]
   • Washing sentimental hats is not recommended, since there's always some risk of damage.
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   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.[sup][3][/sup]
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   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.
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   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.[sup][4][/sup]
   • If your dishwasher has a temperature setting, choose a low-heat option.
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   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
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   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.

 

[ahat]

I handwash any article of clothing i have if im afraid it will shrink or get ruined. Mostly its hats or something that was hard for me to obtain, usually one of my RL pieces. Ill hang dry after.

 

[6 Rings G.O.A.T.]

This reminds me that I used to have fitted for days.. Not anymore..

 

[SIETE TRES LA]

my rotation is so large my fitteds never age. i got pinwheels from da OG jersey era deadstock.

Real talk, idk much about you but do you still stay wit your people?

 

[All_$tar1997]

Always go a few sizes up to avoid shrinking

 

 

[unkn0wn]

if it smells so bad and is 7 years old, I question your overall hygiene

If youve been wearing the hat for 7 years it should smell

 

[ninjahood]

Always go a few sizes up to avoid shrinking

 

this.

 

[jjs07]

I keep mine for about 2-3 years than I replace them. Always get DBacks, Rockies and White Sox caps

A couple I recently retired

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Easy to tell which hat you bought at a deep discount