How to Shrink a Mesh Hat: Top Quick and Easy Guide

Mesh hats are appreciated because the material provides enough breathability and is free from any kind of skin infections, which is also trendy in fashion wear. However, if this mesh hat feels slightly too big for you, you might need to shrink it to fit properly. Reducing the size of a mesh hat does not prove difficult once you learn how to do it without straining the mesh fabric.

The following are five simple methods for reducing the size of your mesh hat at home.

How To Shrink A Mesh Hat 

Reducing the size of a mesh hat can be quite a challenge since the material used is porous and stretchable. However, there is some information on the methods.

• Wet the hat in warm water will help the fibers shrink and thus give it a smaller hat. 
• Dry the hat in a dryer: Another way is to use high heat to reduce the size of the hat as well. Use a hair dryer: If you want it quicker, use a hair dryer in a hot setting to focus on parts of the hat that are still cold.
• Be cautious: If you over-shrink the hat, you’ll ruin it, so try a short time first and then inspect the result.

Step 1: Check the Material

Information You Should Gather Before Shrinking Your Mesh Hat It is mandatory to find out what your mesh hat is made of before shrinking it. Many mesh hats will have a structured bill and crown made with cotton polyester or a combination of polyester or nylon, with the mesh section manufactured from polyester or nylon. Also, it can be much easier to shrink whites—especially those made of cotton—than to descale fibers like polyester or nylon. This knowledge tells you what method is best.

Step 2: Boil Water

Boil a kettle of water. Ironing reduces the surface area of mesh fabric or any other fabric used in making your hats, thus shrinking the cotton or cotton blend sections of your mesh hat. The moment you see the water reaching a rolling boil, you need to turn off the heat. Submerge the crown and the brim of the hat (not the mesh) into hot water. It is essential to avoid being near the mesh for too long to minimize the probability of damaging it.

Tip: You can also use a bowl of hot water if, for instance, you want only certain areas of the hat wet.

Step 3: Let It Soak

Place the crown and bill of the hat in the hot water for roughly five to ten minutes if you want to get a shrinkage. Don’t forget to rotate the hat slightly to have all the areas that you want to shrink wet. Pay attention not to dip the back half of the mesh again if you don’t want it to distort.

Step 4: Dry with a Heat Source

When washed, rinse the hat and squeeze out as much water as possible without ripping the fabric. It’s best to let it dry naturally, but most people prefer to use hair dryers to speed up the process. If you choose to use a hair dryer, ensure that you liberally warm the crown/bill area. The heat further reduces the size of your trucker hats while fixing the new size once adjusted.

Tip: It is customary to wear the hat while trying to adjust the style to the shape of your head. This is very useful if you need a tailored performance.

Step 5: Repeat if Necessary

If there is still a little excess fabric left in the hat after the first time, you can put it through the dryer a second time. However, use it sparingly, especially in boiling water and heat, because this will make the fabric stiffer or diminish its flexibility. It is, therefore, wise to do it gradually and make sure you test the dress afterward to ensure there isn’t over-shrinking.

Bonus: Alternative Methods

If you’re worried about damaging your mesh hat, here are a few alternative shrinking methods:

• Steaming: It can also be placed in a steamer or put right above the steam coming from a kettle so that it is not soaked in water while shrinking.
• Hot Dryer: For cotton hats, one can moisten the crown and then put the hat in a hot wash for about 10-15 minutes. Again, make it a point to check it from time to time so that you do not overthink it.

Conclusion

Reducing a mesh hat is simple, although it requires some good care and time. No matter what method you use—boiling water, a hair dryer, or some other way, such as steaming—you can easily make the hat fit perfectly and look and wear like new. The only thing I want to mention is not to reduce the size of the mesh part and to try it on from time to time to get your perfect hat.

Shrink a mesh hat is a pretty simple thing that can help you find comfort in a customized fit. Follow the steps outlined here-soak it in hot water, apply heat, and dry-and you can successfully shrink the size of your hat without upsetting its structure. Be very careful with synthetic materials and do not overheat the mesh part. Whether you boil the water or use some other method such as steaming, only patience will determine that your hat shrinks to just the right size for a snug, personal fit.