Sizing and Washing.

At Papa Nui we do more tests than Bikini Atoll and whilst we don't measure Isotopes and Gama Rays we do lots to ensure you get the best from your cap.

We offer three sizes Medium which will cover 57-58cm and Large 59-60cm and X-Large 61-62cm. However if you need to customise your fit we follow these methods;

To stretch, cold water soak or wash, towel dry then place over knee to vigorously pull and rotate until desired sizing is achieved, normally 1-1.5cm. Wear until dry.

To shrink, sometimes a warm water soak is sufficient but if more shrinkage is desired observe the Papa's pot cap soup method. Boil cap for 2 minutes, towel dry and check size, if extra shrinkage is desired place in hot clothes dryer. Maximum shrinkage is usually 1- 1.5cm. These two care tips will allow you to achieve extra sizing options outside of the medium and large size offering.

Basic cleaning:

Papa Nui caps are built tough so a wash in the machine won't harm them, no need to be precious! The best method is to 'bag' the cap in a wash netting bag and then use a short cold water cycle 15-20 minutes. Reblock the cap by wearing whilst damp till dry.

NOTE: caps with leather sweat bands need to be treated with extreme caution especially so if drying artificially. 
Leather caps are best treated gently in warm water to soak until wet through. Towel dry for excess water. Place on head and with palms gently smooth till hat conforms to contours of your head. Wear in full sun to dry.