Never lay a Smithbilt Hat on a flat surface with the brim down, this can cause the brim can lose its shape. Here are some good alternatives:

• Lay your hat on the crown, with the brim up.

• Hang it on a hat stand.

• Set it on the edge of a shelf, so the curl of the brim takes no weight.

To store your hat, ideally use a hatbox. If you haven’t got one, make a cardboard ring that will hold the crown snugly, and place the hat in a bag to prevent damage from dust.

Keep your hat in a cool, dry environment. Never leave it in your vehicle.

If your hat is wet, do not place it in a plastic bag or hat box until it has dried.