Clean & Block Services/Hat Creases
Hat Restoration and Cleaning/Blocking
Remember, nearly 100 years of experience goes into each and every hat renovated by Paris Hatters. Each hat is hand washed in a special solution and dried. Our master hatters then steam and shape your hat to perfection.
How to send us a hat
Any sturdy box will be suitable. Insert your name, address, and daytime phone number. We will call you after receiving your hat to confirm your payment.
Note: All replaced hatbands, sweatbands or liners are discarded unless otherwise specified.
Please allow a minimum of 3 weeks turnaround time.
Send all orders to:
PARIS HATTERS
119 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78205
210-223-3453
Full Job* $69 + shipping
Includes:
Clean and restore to correct shape
Replace outside band (if needed)
Replace inside leather sweatband (if needed)
Replace inside liner (if needed)
Mail-in Basic Job* Prices start at $25 + shipping
Includes:
Clean and restore to correct shape only
No replacement of bands etc. are included.
Walk-in Basic Job* Prices start at $15 + shipping
*Special situations may require extra work and expense; therefore you must include a phone number where you can be contacted to answer any questions regarding your hat.
Western Hat Creases
These are the most requested creases; however, many other shapes are available. We will be happy to reproduce a crease from your photo if needed.
The process of reshaping a hat begins with the “open” crown as shown here. While steam is being applied, the hatter begins to hand craft the desired shape, and the result is a product of true skill and artistry.
RancherRancher Crown with brim rounded in front and back. Front sides are softly rolled up.
StraitRancher Crown with slight rise on each side, flat brim in back
RoperRancher crown with squared front edges, dramatic rise on sides of brim, flat brim in back.
BullriderRancher crown with brim very high on each side, slopes extremely low front and back, almost covering the eyes.
Curled Edge BrimBrim edges curled up (this shortens the length of the brim). This example shows the “Gus” crown.
Ft. WorthRancher crown with “dent” going across front.
QuarterhorseUsed on high crowns, this is a Rancher crown with side indentations extending deeper.
GusDramatic crease starts low in front, tall in back with deep dents on either side. Soft roll on brim.
TycoonTriangular shaped crown, pinched in front.
GamblerCrown is flat and round, brim is cut down to 3 1/4” and a curl is applied to the edge.