How to Steam a Baseball Glove at Home
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- Gather your supplies.
- Preheat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place your baseball glove on the oven rack, making sure it’s not touching the sides or bottom of the oven.
- Leave your baseball glove in the oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove your baseball glove from the oven, and allow it to cool before using it.
If you have a baseball glove that needs to be steamed, don’t fret! You can easily do it at home with a few household items.
Gather your supplies.
You will need a few supplies to steam your baseball glove at home. You will need a pot of boiling water, a pan, a bowl, a spoon, and your baseball glove. You will also need something to prop up the pan so that the water can boil underneath it. A can of soup or a coffee mug work well for this.
Preheat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.
Preheat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to loosen the fibers in the leather and make the glove more supple. Place the glove on a baking sheet and put it in the oven for about 15 minutes. Remove the glove from the oven and carefully wipe away any moisture that has built up on the inside of the glove.
Place your hand inside the glove and make a fist. This will help to shape the pocket of the glove. Next, take a baseball and place it in the pocket of the glove. Wrap a soft cloth around the ball and place it back in the oven for another 15 minutes.
Remove the baseball and cloth from the oven and allow them to cool before handling. Once cooled, removethe ball fromthe glove and place it in a bag with some raw rice. The rice will absorb any moisture that is left in the ball.
Place your baseball glove on the oven rack, making sure it’s not touching the sides or bottom of the oven.
If your oven has a self-cleaning cycle, you can use that to your advantage. Set the oven to clean and once it’s done heating up, turn it off and crack the door open about an inch. Place your baseball glove on the oven rack, making sure it’s not touching the sides or bottom of the oven. The steam created during the self-cleaning cycle will help to loosen and remove any dirt and grime build up on your glove. Let the glove sit in the oven for about 30 minutes to an hour to allow the steam to do its job.
Leave your baseball glove in the oven for 30 minutes.
If you don’t have an oven, find a local Laundromat that has a dry steam machine. These are big enough to fit a baseball glove, and the steam will help to break in the glove.
Remove your baseball glove from the oven, and allow it to cool before using it.
If you have an oven-safe baseball glove, you can steam it at home to remove any unwanted smells or dirt. All you need is a pan of boiling water and about 10 minutes.
First, make sure your oven is turned off and cooled down. Place your baseball glove on the oven rack, making sure it’s not touching any other surfaces. Boil a pot of water on the stove, and carefully pour it into the pan under the baseball glove. Make sure the water level is well below the top of the pan so it doesn’t splash inside the glove.
Close the oven door and let the steam work its magic for about 10 minutes. When time’s up, open the door and remove the pan of water (using an oven mitt to protect your hand). The baseball glove should be noticeably cleaner and fresher-smelling. Allow it to cool completely before using it again.
