Key information
The Royal Palace of Madrid houses over 200 historic chandeliers that are considered part of the Patrimonio Nacional treasure. Maintaining these delicate artifacts requires specialized care beyond standard dusting to ensure their long-term preservation.
Cleaning these fixtures involves a unique system where large pools are positioned beneath the chandeliers using tripods. Instead of removing the structures, a specialized spray system is utilized to polish the crystal and bronze components directly in place.
To prevent moisture damage, the process includes collecting runoff in the lower pools and carefully disassembling specific parts for manual drying. This technical approach is applied across various historical buildings managed by the institution.
The cleaning operations are performed by a company with 40 years of experience in the field. This method demonstrates how modern maintenance techniques have evolved to prioritize the conservation of historical assets over traditional cleaning methods.
