Fitted Hat Doesn't Fit Right?

You may have purchased a fitted hat that's a size too big or too small. You do not necessarily need to return the hat to the store. We've written an article about How to Shrink a Fitted Hat that can be useful if you've bought a fitted that's too big for your head. This article will discuss two methods for stretching your fitted hat if it's too small.

 

Stretch Your Fitted Hat Using A Device

One method to stretch your baseball fitted hat is using a hat-stretching device such as Stretchworx. These devices are specifically designed to stretch hats to make them more comfortable to wear. Here's how to use a hat-stretching device:

1. Place the hat in the device: Put the hat into the stretching device, ensuring it's positioned correctly.
2. Adjust the device: Turn the dials or levers on the device to adjust the tension. You can increase or decrease the pressure depending on how much you want to stretch the hat.
3. Leave the hat in the device: Leave the hat in the stretching device for several hours or overnight. This will allow the hat to stretch gradually to the desired size.
4. Remove the hat from the device: Once the hat has stretched to the desired size, remove it from the device.
5. Try on the hat: Put the hat on your head and wear it. Allow the cap to warm up and retain its new shape.

Using a hat-stretching device is a safe and effective way to stretch a baseball fitted hat, as it allows you to control the amount of stretching and reduces the risk of damaging the hat.

Different hat-stretching devices may have different instructions for use and produce mixed results. Make sure to follow the instructions for the specific device you're using.

Stretch Your Fitted Hat Using The Steam Method

The steam method is another way to stretch a fitted cap. This approach involves using heat and moisture to loosen the fibers in the cap's fabric. Here are step-by-step instructions using the steam method:

1. Fill a pot with water: Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil.
2. Hold the hat over the steam: Once the water is boiling, carefully hold the hat over the steam, making sure that the steam is evenly distributed over the entire hat.
3. Let the hat steam for a few minutes: Keep the fitted hat over the steam for several minutes to allow the heat and moisture to penetrate the fibers in the fabric.
4. Try on the hat: After steaming the hat, and only when it's cool to touch, put it on your head and gently stretch it over your head and around your ears. You can also gently pull on the brim and crown of the hat to stretch it to the desired size.
5. Wear the hat: Leave the hat on your head for several minutes to allow it to warm up and retain its new shape.

It's important to be careful when using the steam method, as exposing the hat to too much heat or steam can cause the fabric to shrink or become damaged. Make sure to hold the hat at a safe distance from the steam.

Keep an eye on the fitted hat as it's steaming to prevent damage to the hat or injury to yourself. You may want to consider using pinching utensils from the kitchen, such as food tongs or a reach grabber tool. Before using any of the above methods, decide if it's worth going through the steps, simply exchanging the hat or getting a refund.

For more frequently asked questions about fitted hats visit the FAQs section of our website.