Waterproof an Akubra

[dman535]

As we have been in the midst of a monsoon here in Michigan, I have been wearing my Akubra. The thing got soaked yesterday and is still drying. I was going to hit it with some fabric waterproofing spray. Anyone think of a reason not to do it?

Derek A.

 

[RBH]

No... I use it all the time.
I prefer the SCOUTS RAIN AND STAIN.. but I use and have used scotchgard spray.

 

[johnnycanuck]

I second the Scotchguard.

 

[Boxerken]

RBH did you pick that up online or at a local store?

 

[Colby Jack]

Ken...you should be able to pick up Scout products in any western wear store near you. I've never been in one that didn't carry Scouts...or something similar.

 

[RBH]

Ken...you should be able to pick up Scout products in any western wear store near you. I've never been in one that didn't carry Scouts...or something similar.

True... I get it at a western store here close to home. I also use the Scouts Felt Hat Stiffner... moreso on straws than on felts.

 

[carter]

Think mist

Both Scout's products are fine used in moderation. Neither is like spray paint or glue.

 

[Naphtali]

No... I use it all the time.
I prefer the SCOUTS RAIN AND STAIN.. but I use and have used scotchgard spray.

Please identify advantages you perceive of Scout versus Scotchguard.

 

[RBH]

Please identify advantages you perceive of Scout versus Scotchguard.

No real advantage that I know of. just that SCOUTS is made for the specific use on a hat.
I use both with equal success.

 

[Woodfluter]

Can't yet vouch for Scout's, but may have to hunt up a western store and try that because I can't seen to locate a local source (Atlanta) for Scotchguard anymore. Scotchguard is fine - have used that on almost all the felt hats I have, doesn't change appearance or stiffness or texture or leave any residue unless you were to spray a wildly immoderate amount on. It soaks in and the only change is that the felt repels water better. Considerably so.

Doesn't have to be reapplied frequently either, despite what they might say on the can. Do go light on each application and use maybe 3 or 4 applications, with drying time in between, and you are totally done. Probably forever.

- Bill

 

[Serial Hero]

Which type of Scotchgard works best on hats, as there are several different types (see link)?

http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Scotchgard/Home/Applications/Apparel/Do-It-Yourself/

The site also has a little printable coupon so you can save a buck.

 

[Spats McGee]

My question is this: Does Scotchguarding or otherwise waterproofing the hats have any effect on the felt in terms of reshaping them? Or does steam still work just fine?

 

[RBH]

Which type of Scotchgard works best on hats, as there are several different types (see link)?

http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Scotchgard/Home/Applications/Apparel/Do-It-Yourself/

The site also has a little printable coupon so you can save a buck.

I use this one .... Scotchgard™ Fabric & Upholstery Protector

My question is this: Does Scotchguarding or otherwise waterproofing the hats have any effect on the felt in terms of reshaping them? Or does steam still work just fine?

I have found it does not have any effect. However, I do not steam, I just use a spray bottle and wet the area I am working with.