Hat Brush

The Resistol Hat Brush

Resistol is a company from Garland, Texas, specialising in producing men’s cowboy hats for rodeo riders and for the Texas Department of Public Safety. Resistol hat brushes are specially designed for the care and cleaning of felt and fur hats, ensuring top-quality maintenance.

Their curved wooden handle provides both a comfortable grip and a reminder of the proper direction to brush your hat counterclockwise.

The Bailey Travel Brush

This compact and practical brush is perfect for a quick dusting of your hat while on the go. Simply slip the Bailey Travel Brush into your suitcase along with your other hat accessories, and you’ll be ready for any situation!

How to Brush My Felt Hat

For wool felts, a wool brush or lint brush with soft bristles will do the job and can be used in any brushing direction.

Fur felts require the use of a silk brush, preferably semi-rigid, such as horsehair brushes. Starting from the crown of your hat, brush each surface with short, brisk strokes. Always brush in a counterclockwise direction.

To clean the underside of the hat, continue brushing counterclockwise. For a flawless, silky finish, use a kettle or the steam function of an iron to apply steam to the felt after your first brushing. Immediately follow up with a second brushing, using slow and softer strokes.

Which colour Should I Choose?

If you have a dark-coloured felt, use the black brush. If you have a light-coloured felt, use the beige brush. It’s important not to use the same brush for both a dark hat and a light hat, as this will transfer fibres of different colours and soil your hats. The colour of the brush serves as a guide to know which brush to use depending on your hat’s colour.