Much larger than it appears.  I was also hoping for something that could be used in a downstairs closet, then easily transported up into the laundry room, all together or one section at a time.  This is not very practical for that purpose.  The sections do not come apart or lift out and it is too bulky to carry (it does not have any handles).  It is, however, very nice looking and would work well in a laundry room where it wouldn't need to be moved.