Q&A for How to Clean Felt

It depends on how dirty the hat is and what kind of grime you're dealing with. In most cases, you would use method 1 - remove the loose debris, brush the hat with a soft bristled brush (or hat brush), wipe with a baby wipe and remove lint with masking tape. If you are dealing with a hat that has major stains, it's recommended that you have it cleaned professionally. Trying to treat major stains on a felt hat can result in your hat losing its proper shape and/or ruining the felt.

That should work. However, my research suggests that the success depends on the particular felt being starched. If you don't want to gamble on the outcome, try spot cleaning or having it professionally cleaned.

Yes, as long as it is not silk. Read the specific instructions on how you should dry the fabric.

Yes but it will never match, so it is best to leave as it is. New pool table cloth is expensive. Close your blinds in the pool room when not playing or get a cover to protect it, as sunlight beaches out the colors.

Don't use liquids or a steamer on old felt, as you may cause the dyes to bleed. The best way to deal with old pennants is just to brush them off lightly with a duster and run over them with a fresh lint roller. Avoid chemicals!

Start by brushing the felt gently with a soft-bristled brush to remove any surface residue. Then, mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water. Dip a soft cloth in this mixture, wring it out so it's just damp, and dab the white marks. The vinegar helps in removing the marks and neutralizing odors. After dabbing, blot with a dry towel to absorb excess moisture. To prevent future humidity issues, consider using silica gel packets inside the box.