Seriously it's cool! When not in use it folds down on it's self and it's a couple inches high because of the metal poles that make up it's frame. Other wise it is a nice thicker clear plastic. I haven't used it camping yet but to test it out I put water in it and left it for a bit. No leaks. Which is the point. Also nice that it has two compartments so no extra work, just pour your water in, wash, rinse and done. Wipe it dry or let it air dry. Because it's plastic I'm gonna throw it in a small pillow case for ease of storage. The re-closable plastic package it came in from Colman is fine, but it's a tight fit putting plastic into plastic. Good quality, durable, easy to pack. Easy to use.