OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE AND CURTILAGE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2008–2013

9. Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule
Part C – Implementation Tools
Old Parliament House and Curtilage Heritage Management Plan 2008–2013
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5.12 METAL VENTS
The vents should be periodically vacuumed to avoid a build up of dust and debris. This could
be carried out with the monthly vacuum of the carpets. The head of the vacuum should
be removed and the nozzle must be padded to avoid scratching the paint layers.
5.13 CLOCKS, TIMERS, BAROMETER AND OTHER SMALL FITTINGS
Clean exterior of cases only, as for furniture: timber components, see section 3.6.
5.14 STATUE OF KING GEORGE V
5.14.1 Removal of dirt and dust
Brush vacuuming (to be carried out monthly)
■■Hold the vacuum nozzle at least 5 cm away from the surface to avoid
contact and possible damage of the heritage finish.
■■The vacuum cleaner hose should be fitted with a soft nozzle, or the normal plastic nozzle
fitted with a soft protective cuff to protect the item from physical damage.
■■Use a soft bristle brush to brush away the dirt and dust towards the nozzle of the vacuum for removal.
■■A piece of thin rubber tubing can be connected to the nozzle of a vacuum
with tape to allow better access to difficult-to-reach areas.
■■If the brush has a metal ferrule it should be wrapped in insulating
tape to prevent it scratching the surface of the item.
■■Periodically brushes must be washed thoroughly with soap and water, rinsing well
under running water, and allowing drying naturally before storing.
5.14.2 Removal Of Heavy Soiling
Cleaners should not attempt wet cleaning of the statue or plinth, a conservator
should be contracted to do this work on an as needed basis.
5.15 Fabric Window Panels: Over Windows in Chambers
The window panels must be cleaned regularly so that they don’t act as a source of dust. It is recommended
that they be taken down every 1- 2 years and vacuumed with an industrial strength vacuum cleaner.