LG Philippines has reaffirmed its enduring partnership with the National Museum of Fine Arts, donating LG Puricare™ Dehumidifier units as part of a shared commitment to preserving the nation’s cultural treasures. These state-of-the-art units are now in place across key galleries, maintaining ideal climate conditions to safeguard delicate and irreplaceable works of art.
Museums are far more than spaces for public display—they are controlled environments where even minor fluctuations in temperature or humidity can lead to long-term damage. Excess moisture, in particular, can cause warping, mold growth, and pigment deterioration. That’s where dehumidifiers play a critical role: maintaining stable humidity levels that help ensure the longevity of collections.
This partnership strengthens the National Museum’s internal climate regulation systems, enhancing its ability to meet the demands of professional art conservation. Each LG PuriCare™ Dehumidifier contributes to long-term protection across the museum’s most vulnerable and valuable spaces.
Designed with both performance and safety in mind, LG’s PuriCare™ Dehumidifiers feature a highly efficient Dual Inverter Compressor, allowing for faster moisture removal and significant energy savings. UVnano™ technology helps maintain a hygienic water tank by inhibiting bacterial growth, while the ultra-quiet 33dB operation ensures that conservation work continues undisturbed. Engineered for ease of use, the units also include ergonomic handles, smooth-glide wheels, continuous drainage options, and smart connectivity via the LG ThinQ™ app for real-time monitoring and remote control—enabling seamless integration into the museum’s day-to-day preservation efforts.
“LG is proud to be a partner in preserving the nation’s cultural treasures,” said Mr. Nakhyun Seong, Managing Director of LG Philippines. “Through this donation, we’re helping to create the right conditions for protecting priceless artworks. It’s a privilege to support institutions that celebrate Filipino identity and creativity. Life’s Good when history, heritage, and innovation come together.”
At the heart of the National Museum of Fine Arts lies a collection that tells the evolving story of the Filipino people—through resilience, artistry, and national pride. Few works capture this spirit more than Juan Luna’s monumental Spoliarium. To help safeguard this iconic painting and others by National Artists like Fernando Amorsolo, Félix Resurrección Hidalgo, and Benedicto Cabrera, LG PuriCare™ Dehumidifiers—each capable of removing up to 30 liters of moisture per day—now work silently in the background, defending against the invisible threats of time, decay, and climate.
“Spoliarium is the most iconic work of art in the Philippines,” said Jeremy R. Barns, Director-General of the National Museum of the Philippines. “When it won the gold medal in Madrid in 1884, it inspired none other than José Rizal himself—and it continues to inspire every generation since. That’s why we must protect it—not just as a piece of history, but as a living symbol of our national identity, for all who come after us.”
He added, “Luna’s journey and triumph in Europe are powerful reminders of our cultural strength. His work, and others like it, reflect our roots, our resilience, and how far we’ve come as a nation.”
Preserving these works is not without challenges. The museum battles the effects of the country’s tropical climate daily. “Humidity is one of the biggest threats to our collection,” Director Barns explained. “Fluctuations in temperature can severely damage fragile works—paintings, wood, canvas. That’s why we need environmental control. LG’s dehumidifiers are exactly what we need to fight moisture and ensure these pieces endure.”
With cutting-edge humidity control technology now deployed throughout the galleries, the National Museum is better equipped to strengthen its preservation efforts—protecting masterpieces from Spoliarium to Sabel and everything in between.
More than a donation, this partnership represents a growing, shared commitment to heritage conservation. As the public continues to rediscover the joys of visiting museums and cultural institutions, the National Museum remains steadfast in its mission—to preserve, educate, and inspire. This same technology that protects priceless art also proves highly useful in everyday environments—offering ideal humidity control for homes, offices, and other spaces where clean air and moisture balance are essential.
“Our partnership with LG continues to grow,” Director Barns concluded. “It began with digital displays that helped us tell stories. Now, it has expanded to include conservation technology that protects these works—so they can be seen and appreciated not only today but for many years to come.”
To support the arts is to support the very soul of a nation. Through its meaningful contribution, LG helps ensure that Filipino art, culture, and history are not only preserved—but remain visible, accessible, and alive for generations to come.
Because when art and heritage are protected, Life’s Good.
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