Restructuring Costs (Schedule Of Restructuring Costs Recognized By Segment) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Restructuring costs	$ 13.7	$ 5.5	$ 37.5	$ 12.3
Newell Consumer Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	1.3	0	12.2	0
Newell Professional Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	4.3	0	9.1	0
Baby & Parenting Segment [Member]
Restructuring costs	0.5	0	0.7	0
Corporate [Member]
Restructuring costs	$ 7.6	$ 5.5	$ 15.5	$ 12.3