Kärcher, a German brand known for its professional cleaning technology, lent its expertise to the National Museum of the Philippines for the conservation-safe cleaning of the GOMBURZA National Monument.
The project coincides with Museum and Galleries Month this October—a celebration that honors the preservation and promotion of the country’s cultural heritage.
It also reflects Kärcher’s continued commitment to social responsibility and cultural preservation, as part of the company’s global 90th anniversary goal of completing 90 cleaning projects worldwide in 2025.
Using a specialized Kärcher high-pressure cleaner in steam mode at 80–90°C, a low pressure of 0.5-1.0 bar, and a water flow of 350 liters per hour, experts safely removed dust, oils, and pollutants from the bronze sculpture while preserving its natural patina.
The surrounding plaza and granite base were also deep-cleaned using temperature- and pressure-controlled equipment, ensuring both effectiveness and preservation.
The GOMBURZA National Monument, sculpted by Solomon Saprid, commemorates Mariano Gómez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora—the three martyred priests who championed Filipino clergy rights and were executed in 1872 following accusations related to the Cavite Mutiny. Originally installed near the Manila Cathedral in 1972, the monument was transferred to its present site in 1978 and was declared a National Monument in 2021.
This project marks Kärcher Philippines’ 10th heritage conservation effort—fittingly completed in the 10th month of its 10th anniversary in the Philippines.
Since 2015, the company has grown from a two-person team to a strong subsidiary with 32 specialists across diverse fields. From the Kärcher Center in Sucat, Parañaque City, and a Cebu sales and service hub, the team, now under General Manager Darwin Banez, built a nationwide network and a reputation for reliable, high-performance cleaning solutions.
The other heritage sites in the country that have benefitted from Kärcher’s conservation cleaning include Fort Santiago, St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Silang Church, San Sebastian Basilica, Plaza Miranda, Bonifacio Shrine, San Agustin Church, People Power Monument, and Rizal Monument.
