Rawa Co. hats are made from natural fibres — wool, linen, hemp, cotton and cork. A little extra care keeps them looking and feeling their best.
Structured styles
Dad hats, PECUT performance caps, and anything with a stiff brim or shaped crown.
- Spot clean only, or hand wash with a soft brush and cold water
- Never machine wash — agitation collapses the shape and brim
- Reshape while damp, air dry flat or on a hat form — keep away from radiators and direct sun (cork and cotton can warp or fade)
- Wipe sweatbands separately with a damp cloth
Unstructured styles
Boro Bucket, Kids Boro Bucket, PAYA and TAMBAL patchwork reversibles, and soft dome/docker hats.
- Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent, or use a gentle machine cycle inside a mesh laundry bag (not a solid cotton bag — it blocks water flow and traps moisture)
- Reshape by hand while damp, air dry away from direct heat
- Reversible patchwork pieces (TAMBAL, PAYA) — wash inside-out to protect the stitching and patches; hand wash if vintage kimono fabric is involved
Knitwear
RIMBA and LINUS reversible knit buckets.
- Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry — never hang wet knitwear, it stretches out of shape
- Avoid wringing; press water out gently instead
Moth care (merino and wool pieces)
Merino is a natural wool fibre, and clothes moths can feed on it. To keep your Rawa piece in good shape:
- Wash before storing. Sweat, oils and stains attract moths, so store it clean and dry.
- Store sealed. Use a cotton bag or airtight container, not an open drawer.
- Add natural deterrents. Cedar or lavender help repel moths. Refresh them every few months.
- Check from time to time. Look for small holes or fine webbing, especially in warm, humid weather.
- If you find moths, freeze the piece in a sealed bag for 72 hours, then wash as normal.
General rule
Cold water only. No bleach. No tumble dry. Natural fibres shrink or degrade with heat.