You Won't Believe The Difference! Cleaning a White Baseball Hat

[@whatanitemare]

Just a word of caution..... If you use plastic bags to stuff material to shape, turn them inside out before you use them. The printing on some bags react with cleaner residue (and sometimes even just to prolonged moisture exposure) and will transfer the printing from the bag to your item. A lesson I learned the hard way!

[@TheChaChingKing]

OH WOW! How in the world have I never thought of that? I have literally cleaned HUNDREDS of hats and that never occurred to me. Such an obvious side effect and I totally whiffed on it. Thank you for the tip!

[@vickilarimore2048]

Wow! What a great tip! I'm amazed that you were able to get that white hat so clean! Amazing, thank you Scot!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you so much!

[@patyeaman]

There are a lot of reasons NOT to sell glassware but the memory of this video will make me so happy when I am cleaning MY pre-sale breakables! Thanks for all the informative content you put out there.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Lol... glad to be of service.

[@josephhannemann3922]

Great tip about Taiwan ROC. Will help identifying vintage. Ive seen that a few times but didn't know. Thanks.

[@TheChaChingKing]

It was helpful to me when I learned it as well. After 97 everything has to be labeled China. I suppose it's possible that some company could have tried to get away with it, but the rule is pretty standard across all of the products from the PRC.

[@desertfairychickres4021]

Always has such great helpful info! Thank you Scot and Melody. God bless

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thanks for watching! We really appreciate you.

[@hepcat5199]

Thanks for showing how to clean a white hat. Good to know if I ever find one worth that much time and effort. My general rule is to not pick up dirty hats.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Unless it's a truly valuable hat, it's probably not worth it. I enjoy the process.

[@annebeck2208]

It is always amazing how those old things were made to last! So many things can be bleached and look almost new...not everything...but lots!

[@TheChaChingKing]

So true!

[@fartsackjack7081]

that baby came out GREAT ,,,,,,WOW good job freddy

[@TheChaChingKing]

It really did. LOL I wasn't sure how it would come out, but, DANG!

[@865Picker]

Thank you so much for taking the time to show us how you cleaned it. I use that Clorox bleach spray for everything. It is hard to get the residue off your fingers. It takes forever. It works great. I would’ve never thought you could use it In that instance. I would’ve been afraid that the red would have run but you taught me something new with that type not running.

[@TheChaChingKing]

I have used Clorox a bunch. The key for me had always been to limit the exposure time, rinse, and repeat as needed. So far, I've never had a fabric fail doing it that way. It's really effective.

[@carmendelgado8196]

Hi Scott and Melody, Scott thank you so much for that was very good. The outcome was terrific. 💕😊🌼

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you very much. :-) This one really did turn out especially nice.

[@lissa4306]

i'm guessing using Dawn is to remove body oils, however Dawn is expensive! I use Suave Clarifying Shampoo - works just as good if not better. I also use Suave Clarifying Shampoo to clean the shower pan & grease stains on other clothing.

[@TheChaChingKing]

I think Suave would work very well. I love Dawn and use SO little of it that the difference in cost ends up being negligible. But I would think the Suave would work great.

[@ErikaVN10]

Wow, thanks for sharing your tips to clean a hat. I usually skip hats that look like that 😅😅

[@TheChaChingKing]

This hat is only worth $30-40. So, not a big money maker. But some hats are genuinely worth a lot of money. They are one of my favorite things to sell.

[@kokoloveslife87]

I love cleaning hats too!

[@TheChaChingKing]

I find it really cathartic.

[@azcatz-sue]

Never thought of using bags to stuff a hat like that. Very informative as usual Scot!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thanks for watching! The bags are flexible and still allow some ventilation. And...EVERYBODY has them. Someone in the comments made a good point. If there's any ink on the bags, turn them inside out first to prevent any possibility of transfer. I can't believe I never thought of that.

[@thomasfrench2012]

Very impressive Scot. Not sure how much that cap goes for, but it would have to be a pretty expensive cap for me to invest the time and resources to clean it up. Still, I am sure this will come in handy to lots of people.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Oh, it's probably not worth it from a financial point of view for this cap. I listed it for $40, and it should get close to that. But I enjoy cleaning them and some caps are worth a lot more.

[@hresulas4446]

Wow! What a transformation.😃

[@Yru2noz]

And content for YT.

[@tammygerzetich3386]

That hat cleaned up very nice. I have a few I have tossed to the side bc of stains but may try this method and see what happens. Thank you for sharing this video with us. 😊

[@TheChaChingKing]

It's not always worth it. But I enjoy the process and that's a big part of the reason I clean some of the hats up that might otherwise be tossed.

[@rosepetalsupcycle]

Amazing transformation! Thank you for sharing.

[@TheChaChingKing]

I appreciate you watching. 😀

[@goodwillbunny5773]

Great job! Educational video! God bless you for blessing us!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you!

[@texaslady7630]

Thank you, great info!

[@TheChaChingKing]

I really appreciate you watching.

[@scanman265]

Looks great! Thanks!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thanks!

[@AggroSA]

Great video. I have a white hat from the Masters that I’ve been afraid to wash. I used these tips and it looks brand new.

[@TheChaChingKing]

That's great! I bet it turned out fantastic. A lot of the Masters hats have a pretty decent fabric. For me, they clean up really well.

[@deborahveryking6441]

Great video Scott. Very informative!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Appreciate it!

[@susieqtx]

Thanks for the tips! Enjoy learning from you.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you so much!

[@ResellerMadness]

Better than I thought possible!

[@TheChaChingKing]

It really turned out as good as I could have hoped. And it did it on camera. LOL

[@BigThriftPhilly]

Incredible Scot thanks for sharing !

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thanks so much!

[@RobBlythe]

o hell no this dude i like and the thumbnail looks great THIS is exactly what i need

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thanks so much! I hope it's helpful. I appreciate your feedback!

[@cml12150]

Thanks a lot.i appreciate it.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you for watching!

[@lauraduncan3411]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you!

[@loredana824]

Amazing job 👍 I didn't know that about Taiwan (Rep of China). Thanks for the information.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Taiwan has a really interesting history. Thank you for watching!

[@SevenSparrowsFarm]

Thanks for making the video! I have a black snapback hat that is in really good condition. It has a faint smell of mold that I've been trying to eliminate. I've tried mild laundry detergent, a Lysol spray, and airing it out, and it is about 95% better. Should I try Dawn, too?

[@TheChaChingKing]

Dawn is like magic. But, believe it or not, I've had great luck with vodka. Don't drink until you can't smell. Spray it on the hat. Try a spot that won't show first to make sure it doesn't do anything negative. The alcohol in vodka will encapsulate musty smells and chemically get rid of them. Alcohol is the reason Febreeze works. Vodka will also remove ink. So, be aware of that around printed tags. It could remove everything.

[@PiNkSpRinkLe1]

Is that bathroom cleaner you are using?

[@TheChaChingKing]

Just Clorox Clean-Up. It's not quite as strong as a bathroom cleaner or straight bleach.

[@LezahTX]

Your YT following has grown so much since I first spoke with you at Waco Dr outlet, haha! 👏Glad to see it! How are your other socials fairing?

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you very much. I use Instagram, but don't do reels. So, I'm right at 14k on there. But, it isn't growing very quickly. Honestly, the numbers end up just being vanity numbers for me. I haven't done much to monetize the following. My goals for KZbin really haven't changed. I want to help people and encourage them. I figure that if I'm successful at that, I'm successful enough. I'm still blown away that anyone tunes in at all.

[@ivangies6314]

Great video, I love to sale hats! Thanks 🎃

[@TheChaChingKing]

Me too! Thanks

[@PodunkPicker]

Turned out nice and with very little work really.

[@TheChaChingKing]

As far as actual time, less than 10 minutes. This one really did turn out nice.

[@treasuresnownthen]

Wouldnt you be worried about the bleach ruining the colored bits? GREAT job!

[@TheChaChingKing]

I don't worry if it's painted. If it's dyed, it would most likely ruin it.

[@g.m.5412]

Oh wow, how can you tell between dyed or painted?@@TheChaChingKing

[@TheChaChingKing]

Usually, the paint is very obvious. It will be thicker and you can feel it on the surface of the fabric. That said, there's no guarantees. It's always best to test a portion to see if the cleaning will harm it in any way.@@g.m.5412

[@g.m.5412]

Good to know! Thank you :) @@TheChaChingKing

[@timhalcomb4041]

Thank you both for sharing you have a blessed day in the name of Jesus Christ

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you so very much!

[@sactownpicker253]

Wow! Thanks for the info. Just out of curiosity….do you wash all used hats and clothing before listing an item for sale?!?!

[@TheChaChingKing]

No, not everything. But we do if it needs it.

[@FlavioLugo]

Hello. 9 months since you made and posted this video and I am just coming across it as I was having issues removing some red coloring/stain from an all white Polo Hat I bought as a Marshall’s back in early 2021 for $10. Weird thing about the red stain. I wore the Polo hat about a week or so ago and when I got home and took it off there were those red stains. I used Dawn spray on it but it did not remove the red stain. I need to get that Clorox spray to see if the red will come off. Thanks for taking the time to make and post this video. Much appreciated. By the way, love that painters hat you have. Wish I could buy one. If they have those available please let me know even though you mentioned it was fairly old.

[@TheChaChingKing]

Yeah, it's probably close to thirty years old. It's tough to find them. But they are not crazy valuable when you do. I hope the tutorial proves helpful!

[@FlavioLugo]

I find one on eBay just after reading your response back to me. $49.99 that is expensive. I’ll keep trying.

[@FlavioLugo]

I saw another listing for a different kind and the listing title started with “VTG painters hat.” When I google that all kinds of (Vintage) painters hat come out. I may be able to find something cool that’s affordable. Thanks for responding back to my question. Most don’t. I appreciate that.

[@silverfoxfinance]

More hat videos!

[@TheChaChingKing]

I wasn't sure if anyone would even watch a video like this. I'm hoping a few people find it useful.

[@annebeck2208]

Folex! Most Lowes or Homedepots have Folex...it will take things off of fabric like you can't believe....it is for carpets, but totally safe for any fabric...I have even used it to take ink pin off leather!!!! Does not hurt any fabric that I have tried....but test first!

[@TheChaChingKing]

Thank you for watching and for the comments. I am completely unfamiliar with Folex. I will have to give it a try! Thanks again!

[@almostpronto2286]

1) Show Off 🤭 2) 😂 “big mistake to use Melody’s new towels for this process.”

[@TheChaChingKing]

I had to pinch myself with how this one was turning out. And then I had to ask myself, "Would I still edit and release this video if it didn't do as well?" LOL No towels were sacrificed in the production of this video.

[@Melody-p1h]

At what point is the time and effort involved make it not worth it? Do you have a minimum price for an item before you are willing to go to all effort of cleaning it?

[@TheChaChingKing]

This hat wasn't worth it. Honestly, if things need a whole lot of time and trouble (like this one), they need to be worth a hundred bucks. BUT...for me...I also enjoy the renovation. I love seeing the change. I love saving things. So, it isn't just the money for me. but if it isn't a labor of love, you are totally right to ask whether or not it's worth it. If it just comes down to money, if you have to think long and hard first, it's not worth it.

[@tysonb3568]

Why cant clothing say made un Taiwan??

[@TheChaChingKing]

It's because of the reversion of Hong Kong to the sovereignty of mainland China on 1 July 1997. So, it's due much more to what China demands than it is anything to do with the US.

[@JuanBrolo]

Doesn't this ruin the form of the hat? Everytime I have ever tried to wash my hats they lose their form and never look right after

[@TheChaChingKing]

It certainly can. I use old plastic grocery bags and make sure I get the shape of the hat exactly like I want it while it's drying. That take a bit of practice, but it makes a huge difference if it dries in the right shape.

[@daneblock6]

I stuff with a bath towel and it works great

[@JuanBrolo]

@@daneblock6 what about an old cowboy hat? I was thinking about cleaning my dad's hat he died a few years ago and starting to wear it outside

[@outforatreat]

Good job it was really dirty.

[@TheChaChingKing]

It turned out nice considering how it looked at the start. :-)

[@mannyramirez9152]

Dude, change that water

[@TheChaChingKing]

You could end up changing it out several times.