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Acquisition of Diversey Holdings Inc (Details 2) (Diversey Holdings Inc [Member], USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2011
Diversey Holdings Inc [Member] |
Fair Value of Inventories |
Estimated net step-up in fair value | $ 11.6
Inventory LIFO Reserve Period Charge | 5.5
Total | $ 17.1

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