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Acquisitions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2011
Acquisitions [Abstract]  
Acquisitions

(2) Acquisitions

The Company acquired a 34% equity investment in a leading manufacturer and distributor of ceramic tile in China in the Dal-Tile segment for $79,917 in 2010. The Company acquired Australian and United Kingdom distribution businesses in the Unilin segment for $24,097 and $5,604 in 2011 and 2009, respectively.