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Operating Segment Information and Concentrations of Risk (Details 1)

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Operating Segment Information and Concentrations of Risk (Details 1) (USA & Europe Fibre Cement [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Mar. 31, 2011
Mar. 31, 2010
Summary of gross sales by major customers      
Gross Sales of Major Customers $ 343.1 $ 342.9 $ 368.9
Customer A [Member]
     
Summary of gross sales by major customers      
Gross Sales of Major Customers 207.4 208.9 224.4
Gross sales percentage 16.80% 17.90% 20.00%
Customer B [Member]
     
Summary of gross sales by major customers      
Gross Sales of Major Customers $ 135.7 $ 134.0 $ 144.5
Gross sales percentage 11.00% 11.50% 12.80%