Restructuring Costs (Schedule Of Restructuring Costs Recognized By Segment) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011
Restructuring costs	$ 11.1	$ 1.0	$ 23.8	$ 6.8
Newell Consumer Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	2.3	0	10.9	0
Newell Professional Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	2.5	0	4.8	0
Baby & Parenting Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	0	0	0.2	0
Corporate [Member]
Restructuring costs	$ 6.3	$ 1.0	$ 7.9	$ 6.8