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Restructuring Costs (Schedule Of Restructuring Costs Recognized By Segment) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Restructuring costs	$ 12.7	$ 5.8
Newell Consumer Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	8.6	0
Newell Professional Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	2.3	0
Baby & Parenting Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	0.2	0
Corporate [Member]
Restructuring costs	$ 1.6	$ 5.8

Amount charged against earnings in the period for incurred and estimated costs associated with exit from or disposal of business activities or restructurings pursuant to a duly authorized plan, excluding asset retirement obligations.

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