i had to wipe it down with a damp paper towel bc the grey was transferring when I first got it. The wood is kinds rough so I literally sanded down some edges. I love the way it looks though and its for my entry way so it works for what I want it for. I like it. even so, when I put stuff in the shelves I kinda don't want my stuff to touch it so I put down some shelf liner to protect stuff from any potential snags or transfer.