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ACQUISITIONS
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
ACQUISITIONS  
ACQUISITIONS

C. ACQUISITIONS

        In the first quarter of 2013, the Company acquired a small U.K. door business in the Other Specialty Products segment. The total net cash purchase price was $4 million in 2013.

        In late 2011, the Company acquired a small manufacturer of hot tubs in the Plumbing Products segment; this business allows the Company to expand its spa offering into additional price point categories. The total net cash purchase price was $10 million in 2011.

        The results of these acquisitions are included in the consolidated financial statements from the respective date of acquisition.