This table looks even better in person. I'm super impressed with it and I'm picky about my furniture. The top is an unfinished look but it's definitely sealed; I'm not sure what the ones talking about hard to clean mean. I wanted all natural materials and a specific size of table and this was by far my best option. The sealer isn't my first choice just because chemicals but it does make the surface smooth and easy to clean in my opinion. Also, the design is gorgeous. Another slight knock is that it's pretty light. weve definitely knocked it across the floor an inch or two during dinner.