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How to Remove Grease from a Stetson Felt Hat

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From fynney1

My Laundry Question

I have a Stetson Moose River, in brown. I have what appears to be two greasy "scuffs" or smears; one 3-3.5 inches on the front of the crown, the other along the very top crease of the crown - in the rear.

I don't want to brush it, and transfer the grease / make the spot larger. But they are noticeable, so I'd like to see what I can do to reduce the obvious, (and this is one case where WD40 is NOT likely a good / creative solution.)

Share a Little Background Info

I'm not sure how this happened. Given the location on the top of the crown, maybe hat was set on a greased surface? The rest of the fabric is totally dry, and I am not aware of what substance might be the culprit.

Lessons Learned

  • I've not yet tried ANY solutions, as I certainly don't want to make any problems worse!
  • I am not aware of what else I should try

Fabric Content of Item (if appropriate)

Stetson felt (I don't know the beaver fur content)

Mary Marlowe Leverette, Laundry Guide, says:

I love a man in a hat! Here's some good information on how to clean your Stetson and keep it looking great.

Good luck!

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