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Nature Of Operations	12 Months Ended
Nature Of Operations	Feb. 22, 2013
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Nature Of Operations	NATURE OF OPERATIONS Steelcase is the global leader in furnishing the work experience in office environments. Founded in 1912, we are headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A. and employ approximately 10,400 employees. We operate manufacturing and distribution center facilities in 21 principal locations. We distribute products through various channels, including independent and company-owned dealers, in more than 800 locations throughout the world, and have led the global office furniture industry in revenue every year since 1974. We operate under the Americas and EMEA reportable segments plus an “Other” category. Additional information about our reportable segments is contained in Note 18.