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Revenues Revenue Recognition (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Revenues Revenue Recognition (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($) Distribution	Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019 USD ($)
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Customer Rebates and Allowances	$ 138.1	$ 56.3
Building Materials Distribution [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Number of Primary Distribution Methods \| Distribution	2
Building Materials Distribution [Member] \| Shipping and Handling [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Cost of Goods and Services Sold	$ 195.7	$ 177.1	$ 169.2