Fur Hat Care and Cleaning
by
Love2
Fur Hat Care
- avoid using chemicals on or around your fur hat, including perfume, hairspray and makeup – perfume contains alcohol, which can dry your pelts. Once a perfume gets into your fur- it will be there to stay
- shake out the fur hat regularly
- attend to spills and stains as quickly as possible
- simply wiping the fur or leather with a damp cloth will remove most dirt or grime
- use a wire brush to maintain and restore the natural soft and fluffy appearance of fur
- when wet place your fur hat in a well ventilated area away from heat sources and direct sunlight. It is extremely important to allow your fur hat to air dry naturally.
Storage
- fur hats should be stored in cold, dark, well ventilated areas
- do not store in plastic packaging for any extended period of time as condensation may occur
- avoid storing your fur near heat sources or direct sunlight, this will fade and damage your fur hat
- do not store your fur hat in a cedar closet or cedar chest
- the oils in the cedar will damage the fur and cedar will absorb the necessary moisture in the hide, leaving the hat dry
- do not expose your fur hat to mothballs, they will react with the natural oils in your fur and damage your hat
- in the off season it doesn't hurt to send your fur to your local furrier for professional cold storage