Hat Care
TWEED
Our tweed products are made from a wool yarn, woven together to create a luxurious cap for hunting, walking the dog or even just protection from the British weather. To keep in prime condition, we recommend you store in a cool and dry environment. If folding is needed, make sure the cap is folded in on itself. If staining occurs, use steam from a kettle to rehydrate the fabric before brushing off. If mud gets onto the cap then use a bristle hat brush to brush off once dried. All our Tweed’s are shower-proof. If there is any staining more complicated than just steaming or brushing off then please get in contact with us so we can help you find the solution.
FURFELT
Each Furfelt hat we make is made from the highest quality of rabbit furfelt. The benefits of Rabbit fur in hat making are that they are naturally water-resistant ; robust; and their long lifespan. If looked after properly, your Laird Furfelt hat should last for years – and with a few tips, this is almost guaranteed. If the hat becomes muddy, it is important not to attempt to clean when still wet, rather wait until it is dry and use a horse-hair hat brush to wipe away the dirt – If there is still slight marks, use a slightly damp sponge and dap until clean and leave to dry naturally. Always store in a cool, dry area – Above a wardrobe or in a hatbox is ideal – This helps keep the shape for longer and maintain the finish of the fur.
WOOLFELT
Much like Furfelt, Woolfelt is made very similarly, being a robust and warm edition to the hat family.The wool we use is lambswool felt, double layered and with or without a lining. Wool felt is a slightly less expensive fabric to produce yet has very similar benefits to Furfelt, being good in some rain and sturdy to the extreme. Again as with furfelt, if the hat becomes muddy, it is important not to attempt to clean when still wet, rather wait until it is dry and use a Horse hair hat brush to wipe away the dirt – If there is still slight marks, use a slightly damp sponge and dap until clean and leave to dry naturally. Always store in a cool, dry area – Above a wardrobe or in a hatbox.
LINEN/COTTON
Our Linen and Cotton hats are beautiful fabrics, woven to create a light yet strong cap for relaxing in the sun or even on a cooler day. As with any cap however, it needs a little love to help it last as long as possible!To keep it in prime condition, we recommend you store in a cool and dry environment. If folding is needed, make sure the hat is folded in on itself, much like any other cap. Refrain from long periods like this to be safe.If staining occurs, one can hand wash, much like thinner wools – if really ingrained dirt/staining a COLD wash can be used – if unsure please check with one of our staff members.
LEATHER
Leather & SuedeLeather is a durable material, having been used for centuries in clothing as well as headwear. But like any fabric, it needs some care to help give it a long and prosperous life!Once purchased, store in a cool dry environment and avoid excessive exposure to the sun, which could bleach or crack the leather.If heavy staining occurs, wait until dry and brush off – Alternatively using a little suede shampoo and a sponge with warm water.Most leather is shower proof but if further water resistance is required, then use of a leather silicone based spray will weather seal it completely.