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Acquisitions (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2015
UK Window Business |  |
Acquisitions |  |
Cash consideration | $ 16 |
Aquatic fitness business |  |
Acquisitions |  |
Cash consideration |  | $ 26

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