What is a distressed hat?

Simply put, a distressed dad hat is a dad hat that has been “distressed”, meaning that cloth fibers have been strategically removed from the hat creating a pretty cool pattern on the hat!

How do I make a new hat look old?

To create a worn look, sand through the top layer of the fabric. For a mix of textures, sand different areas softer or harder. Until you get the look you want, you can also use sandpaper that is coarser. To add hat frays, use a small scissors or seam ripper.

How do you restore a crushed hat?

Fixing your hat’s crushed sections is super straightforward with a steamer. Let the steam envelop the hat section by section and knead the areas into shape after the steam has made them softer and more pliable. Avoid letting the hat get too wet. If this starts to happen, let it dry out and take another pass at it.

How do you make a felt hat look old?

Simply run a sandpaper sheet across the brim and edges of the hat until you are satisfied with how it looks. It’s best to start with a higher grit sandpaper and switch to a finer grit as you are wearing down the fabric. Sandpaper is great for making a hat look naturally worn down, like you have had it for years.

How do you fix a flattened hat?

Fill your kettle with water and put it on the stove until it’s producing lots of hot steam. Place your misshapen hat in the path of the steam so it permeates the inside and outside. The steam will quickly make your hat warm and soft. This is when you can start reshaping your hat with your hands.

How do you rough a hat?

Note: Cold or cool water is typically recommended when washing a hat, but when trying to distress a hat, use hot water or warm water to further fade and age the material. To curve a bill that is too stiff, place it in an empty coffee mug and leave it there for several hours.

How do you fix a smashed hat?

Steam your hat by turning on the shower to the hottest setting and shut the door. Remember, you want the hat to get steamed but not wet. Hang the hat away from the water’s steam on the back of the door or a hook for about 20 minutes or less and that should do the trick!

How do you fix a crushed felt hat?

HOW TO RESHAPE A FELT HAT WITH A STEAMER

  1. Steam the area of your hat that needs to be reshaped.
  2. Make sure you can feel the material softening.
  3. Use your hands to push out the dents or straighten the brim.
  4. Let the hat cool.