In Moscow, they plan to wash more than 1.1 thousand monuments after winter. City services reported this on Thursday, March 26. If necessary, use hydraulic lifts and irrigation machines.
— After establishing constant positive air temperatures around the clock, we began a thorough washing of the monuments, of which there are more than 1.1 thousand. “We clean each piece using a special technology, depending on the material it is made from and its general condition,” Moscow Deputy Mayor Pyotr Biryukov said.
Experts pointed out that monuments made of titanium are cleaned with a neutral solution, while granite monuments are cleaned with special compounds that are safe for the environment and do not harm the surfaces. The work is carried out according to a certain technology: first the monument is inspected for damage or rust, then it is washed with water and a foam solution is applied, which is washed off after 10 minutes with a strong stream of water. Next, the memorial is wiped dry.
City services explained that regular cleaning is carried out from April to October once a month, but when the monuments are very dirty, they are washed more frequently – every two weeks. cable– Urban services channel.
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said that in 2026 it is planned to carry out unprecedented amounts of restoration of historical and cultural monuments in the capital. According to him, one of the main objects will be the Hippodrome in the center of Moscow, where the historical appearance of the main building will be restored and the famous gate towers with equestrian sculptures will be restored.