Within the upgrading of the roof of the southern wing, the previous covering made of copper and zinc sheet was completely replaced by one made of copper. Moreover, it was covered with an initial layer of patina to speed up the natural process. During the renovation all leaking spots were repaired. The upgrading of the roof over the southern wing was coordinated with the conservation of the attic sculptures. This renovation considerably improved the exhibition conditions of the museum collections.
The upgrade of the roofs in the southern wing of the Palace in Wilanów was conducted as a part of the “The revitalisation and digitalisation of Wilanów, the only Baroque royal residence in Poland” project. The Project had secured support from the European Regional Development Fund under the Infrastructure and Environment 2007-2013 Operational Programme, Priority XI “Culture and Cultural Heritage”, Activity 11.1. Protecting and maintaining cultural heritage of over-regional importance. In accordance with the adopted Project Implementation Scheme, the investment was completed by 30 September 2015. The total value of the Project: PLN 18 854 348,06. The amount of additional financing: PLN 14 912 881,37 (European Regional Development Fund: PLN 12 675 949,15, and State Budget: PLN 2 236 932,22). For more information on the Infrastructure and Environment Operational Programme please visit www.pois.gov.pl. For more information about the project please click on this link.