If your hat has frayed edges or tears, consider washing the hat by hand instead. If the hat has sentimental value, don’t put it in the dishwasher since there’s always a small risk of damage.

Hat frames can be purchased online or at a specialty hat store.

Any plastic in your hat might melt if it’s placed on the bottom rack.

Gather hats from your family or those you live with to make one large load of hats.

Don’t use laundry detergent in your dishwasher. To see how your detergent will affect the hat, rub a small amount on a discreet spot of your hat to see if the color changes.

Use the delicate or china setting on your dishwasher if your machine has those options.

Most dishwashers will have a light or display to show when the drying cycle starts.

If you used a hat frame, you can leave the hat inside it to let it dry.

Set up a fan near your hat to dry it faster.