Care guide

Look after it,
and it'll outlast the sauna.

Wool felt is forgiving but particular. Hot water ruins it. A little care keeps it right for years.

Do
  • Spot-clean with a damp cloth.

    Cold water and a drop of mild soap will lift sweat and oils without stripping the wool.

  • Air-dry away from direct heat.

    Not on the radiator. Not in the dryer. Heat is what felts wool — too much and the hat shrinks.

  • Store flat or on a rounded surface.

    A bowl, a head form, a balled-up towel. Anything that keeps the crown rounded rather than collapsed.

  • Brush gently to restore the nap.

    If the felt looks flat after heavy use, a soft brush in circular motion will lift the fibres back up.

Don't
  • Machine-wash — even on cold.
  • Tumble-dry.
  • Iron directly.
  • Wring it out — press between towels instead.
  • Leave it crumpled in a bag overnight.
If in doubt

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