Big Lots (BIGGQ) 10-Q 10 Jun 15 2015 Q1 Quarterly report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information Document	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15	Jun. 05, 2015
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Period End Date	2-May-15
Entity Registrant Name	BIG LOTS INC
Entity Central Index Key	768835
Current Fiscal Year End Date	-29
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		51,880,776
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2015
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q1
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	FALSE

Consolidated_Statements_of_Ope

Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Income Statement [Abstract]
Net sales	$1,280,455	$1,281,271
Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation expense shown separately below)	776,339	787,715
Gross margin	504,116	493,556
Selling and administrative expenses	420,246	417,546
Depreciation expense	31,225	28,825
Operating profit	52,645	47,185
Interest expense	-496	-350
Other income (expense)	28	0
Income from continuing operations before income taxes	52,177	46,835
Income tax expense	19,869	18,254
Income from continuing operations	32,308	28,581
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax benefit of $60 and $8,955, respectively	-95	-25,233
Net income	32,213	3,348
Earnings per common share - basic
Continuing operations	$0.61	$0.50
Discontinued operations	$0	($0.44)
Earnings per common share - basic (in dollars per share)	$0.61	$0.06
Earnings per common share - diluted
Continuing operations	$0.60	$0.50
Discontinued operations	$0	($0.44)
Earnings per common share - diluted (in dollars per share)	$0.60	$0.06
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
Basic	53,087	57,010
Dilutive effect of share-based awards	570	526
Diluted	53,657	57,536
Cash dividends declared per common share	$0.19	$0
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Discontinued Operation	($60)	($8,955)

Consolidated_Statements_of_Com

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Net income	$32,213	$3,348
Other comprehensive income:
Foreign currency translation	0	5,022
Amortization of pension, net of tax $(204) and $(159), respectively	303	204
Valuation adjustment of pension, net of tax $(239) and $0, respectively	356	0
Total other comprehensive (loss) income	659	5,226
Comprehensive income	32,872	8,574
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Amortization, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Prior Service Cost Recognized in Net Periodic Pension Cost, Tax	-204	-159
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net Unamortized Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Tax	($239)	$0

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets_Un

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (USD $)	2-May-15	Jan. 31, 2015
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$67,191	$52,261
Inventories	835,378	851,669
Deferred income taxes	42,026	39,154
Other current assets	76,924	95,345
Total current assets	1,021,519	1,038,429
Property and equipment - net	566,939	550,555
Deferred income taxes	15,106	7,139
Other assets	45,248	39,768
Total assets	1,648,812	1,635,891
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	368,094	358,932
Property, payroll, and other taxes	77,177	76,924
Accrued operating expenses	81,755	62,955
Insurance reserves	39,918	38,824
Accrued salaries and wages	26,443	47,878
Income taxes payable	18,926	2,316
Total current liabilities	612,313	587,829
Long-term obligations	40,500	62,100
Deferred rent	65,871	65,930
Insurance reserves	56,675	55,606
Unrecognized tax benefits	17,796	17,888
Other liabilities	61,571	56,988
Shareholders' equity:
Preferred shares - authorized 2,000 shares; $0.01 par value; none issued	0	0
Common shares - authorized 298,000 shares; $0.01 par value; issued 117,495 shares; outstanding 52,619 shares and 52,912 shares, respectively	1,175	1,175
Treasury shares - 64,876 shares and 64,583 shares, respectively, at cost	-1,900,929	-1,878,523
Additional paid-in capital	579,003	574,454
Retained earnings	2,128,834	2,107,100
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	-13,997	-14,656
Total shareholders' equity	794,086	789,550
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	$1,648,812	$1,635,891
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized	2,000	2,000
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share	$0.01	$0.01
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued	0	0
Common Stock, Shares Authorized	298,000	298,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share	$0.01	$0.01
Common Stock, Shares, Issued	117,495	117,495
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding	52,619	52,912
Treasury Stock, Shares	64,876	64,583

Consolidated_Statements_of_Sha

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (Unaudited) (USD $)	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Treasury Stock [Member]	Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss [Member]
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Balance at Feb. 01, 2014	$901,427	$1,175	($1,670,041)	$562,447	$2,021,357	($13,511)
Treasury stock (in shares) at Feb. 01, 2014			59,947,000
Balance (in shares) at Feb. 01, 2014		57,548,000
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Comprehensive income	8,574	0	0	0	3,348	5,226
Purchases of common shares	-82,780	0	-82,780	0	0	0
Purchases of common shares, (in shares)		-2,179,000	2,179,000
Exercise of stock options	6,544	0	6,804	-260	0	0
Exercise of stock options (in shares)		243,000	-243,000
Restricted shares vested	0	0	380	-380	0	0
Restricted shares vested, (in shares)		13,000	-13,000
Tax benefit (charge) from share-based awards	-25	0	0	-25	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan	23	0	3	20	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan (in shares)		1,000	-1,000
Share-based employee compensation expense	2,779	0	0	2,779	0	0
Balance at May. 03, 2014	836,542	1,175	-1,745,634	564,581	2,024,705	-8,285
Treasury stock (in shares) at May. 03, 2014			61,869,000
Balance (in shares) at May. 03, 2014		55,626,000
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Comprehensive income	104,557	0	0	0	110,928	-6,371
Dividends declared	-28,533	0	0	0	-28,533	0
Purchases of common shares	-167,891	0	-167,891	0	0	0
Purchases of common shares, (in shares)		-3,943,000	3,943,000
Exercise of stock options	36,062	0	32,636	3,426	0	0
Exercise of stock options (in shares)		1,146,000	-1,146,000
Restricted shares vested	0	0	1,615	-1,615	0	0
Restricted shares vested, (in shares)		57,000	-57,000
Performance shares vested	0	0	716	-716	0	0
Performance shares vested (in shares)		25,000	-25,000
Tax benefit (charge) from share-based awards	1,019	0	0	1,019	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan	39	0	35	4	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan (in shares)		1,000	-1,000
Share-based employee compensation expense	7,755	0	0	7,755	0	0
Balance at Jan. 31, 2015	789,550	1,175	-1,878,523	574,454	2,107,100	-14,656
Treasury stock (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2015	64,583,000		64,583,000
Balance (in shares) at Jan. 31, 2015	52,912,000	52,912,000
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Comprehensive income	32,872	0	0	0	32,213	659
Dividends declared	-10,479	0	0	0	-10,479	0
Purchases of common shares	-36,790	0	-36,790	0	0	0
Purchases of common shares, (in shares)		-787,000	787,000
Exercise of stock options	14,992	0	11,582	3,410	0	0
Exercise of stock options (in shares)		398,000	-398,000
Restricted shares vested	0	0	2,790	-2,790	0	0
Restricted shares vested, (in shares)		96,000	-96,000
Performance shares vested	0	0	0	0	0	0
Performance shares vested (in shares)		0	0
Tax benefit (charge) from share-based awards	369	0	0	369	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan	13	0	12	1	0	0
Share activity related to deferred compensation plan (in shares)		0	0
Share-based employee compensation expense	3,559	0	0	3,559	0	0
Balance at May. 02, 2015	$794,086	$1,175	($1,900,929)	$579,003	$2,128,834	($13,997)
Treasury stock (in shares) at May. 02, 2015	64,876,000		64,876,000
Balance (in shares) at May. 02, 2015	52,619,000	52,619,000

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cas

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Operating activities:
Net income	$32,213	$3,348
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization expense	28,065	25,537
Deferred income taxes	-11,282	-17,084
Loss on disposition of equipment	750	1,292
Non-cash share-based compensation expense	3,559	2,779
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Operating Activities	-991	-528
Pension expense, net of contributions	754	618
Change in assets and liabilities, excluding effects of foreign currency adjustments:
Inventories	16,291	80,430
Accounts payable	9,161	-18,086
Current income taxes	29,530	9,199
Other current assets	-4,026	-308
Other current liabilities	-16,566	14,720
Other assets	-5,435	1,873
Other liabilities	5,502	-1,624
Net cash provided by operating activities	87,525	102,166
Investing activities:
Capital expenditures	-39,320	-16,040
Cash proceeds from sale of property and equipment	10,596	630
Other	-28	-74
Net cash used in investing activities	-28,752	-15,484
Financing activities:
Net repayments of borrowings under bank credit facility	21,600	23,400
Payment of capital lease obligations	-629	-235
Dividends paid	-10,197	0
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options	14,992	6,544
Excess tax benefit from share-based awards, financing activities	991	528
Payment for treasury shares acquired	-27,413	-76,868
Other	13	23
Net cash used in financing activities	-43,843	-93,408
Impact of foreign currency on cash	0	5,258
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	14,930	-1,468
Cash and cash equivalents:
Beginning of period	52,261	68,629
End of period	$67,191	$67,161

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Summ

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
	All references in this report to “we,” “us,” or “our” are to Big Lots, Inc. and its subsidiaries.  We are a unique, non-traditional, discount retailer in the United States of America (“U.S.”).  At May 2, 2015, we operated 1,461 stores in 48 states.  We make available, free of charge, through the “Investor Relations” section of our website (www.biglots.com) under the “SEC Filings” caption, our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“Exchange Act”), as soon as reasonably practicable after we file such material with, or furnish it to, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).  The contents of our websites are not part of this report.
	The accompanying consolidated financial statements and these notes have been prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations of the SEC for interim financial information. The consolidated financial statements reflect all normal recurring adjustments which management believes are necessary to present fairly our financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows for all periods presented. These consolidated financial statements, however, do not include all information necessary for a complete presentation of financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”).  Interim results may not necessarily be indicative of results that may be expected for, or actually result during, any other interim period or for the year as a whole.  We have historically experienced, and expect to continue to experience, seasonal fluctuations, with a larger percentage of our net sales and operating profit realized in our fourth fiscal quarter.  The accompanying consolidated financial statements and these notes should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2015 (“2014 Form 10-K”).
	Fiscal Periods
	Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday nearest to January 31, which results in fiscal years consisting of 52 or 53 weeks.  Unless otherwise stated, references to years in this report relate to fiscal years rather than calendar years.  Fiscal year 2015 (“2015”) is comprised of the 52 weeks that began on February 1, 2015 and will end on January 30, 2016.  Fiscal year 2014 (“2014”) was comprised of the 52 weeks that began on February 2, 2014 and ended on January 31, 2015.  The fiscal quarters ended May 2, 2015 (“first quarter of 2015”) and May 3, 2014 (“first quarter of 2014”) were both comprised of 13 weeks.
	Selling and Administrative Expenses
	Selling and administrative expenses include store expenses (such as payroll and occupancy costs) and costs related to warehousing, distribution, outbound transportation to our stores, advertising, purchasing, insurance, non-income taxes, and overhead.  Our selling and administrative expense rates may not be comparable to those of other retailers that include warehousing, distribution, and outbound transportation costs in cost of sales.  Warehousing, distribution and outbound transportation costs included in selling and administrative expenses were $41.6 million and $40.8 million for the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, respectively.
	Advertising Expense
	Advertising costs, which are expensed as incurred, consist primarily of television and print advertising, digital or internet marketing and advertising, and in-store point-of-purchase presentations.  Advertising expenses are included in selling and administrative expenses.  Advertising expenses were $21.7 million and $21.9 million for the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, respectively.
	Derivative Instruments
	We use derivative instruments to mitigate the risk of market fluctuations in diesel fuel prices. We do not enter into derivative instruments for speculative purposes. Our derivative instruments may consist of collar or swap contracts. Our current derivative instruments do not meet the requirements for cash flow hedge accounting. Instead, our derivative instruments are marked-to-market to determine their fair value and any gains or losses are recognized currently in other income (expense) on our consolidated statements of operations.
	Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures
	The following table provides supplemental cash flow information for the first quarter of 2015 and 2014:
		Thirteen Weeks Ended
	(in thousands)	May 2, 2015			May 3, 2014
	Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
	Cash paid for interest, including capital leases	$	213		$	270
	Cash paid for income taxes, excluding impact of refunds	1,702			17,091
	Gross proceeds from borrowings under bank credit facility	383,900			334,600
	Gross payments of borrowings under bank credit facility	$	405,500		$	358,000
	Non-cash activity:
	Assets acquired under capital leases	$	4,996		$	—
	Accrued property and equipment	$	15,293		$	8,027
	Share repurchases payable	$	9,377		$	5,912
	Cash flows from discontinued operations:
	Net cash used in operating activities, discontinued operations	$	(237	)	$	(24,969	)
	Net cash provided by investing activities, discontinued operations	$	—		$	520
	Reclassifications
	Merchandise Categories
	In the first quarter of 2015, we realigned select merchandise categories to be consistent with the realignment of our merchandising team and changes to our management reporting. Specifically, we reclassified our home décor and frames departments from our former Furniture & Home Décor category to our Soft Home category. Subsequently, we changed the name of our Furniture & Home Décor category to Furniture. In order to provide comparative information, we have reclassified our net sales by merchandise category into this revised alignment for all periods presented in note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.
	We periodically assess, and make minor adjustments to, our product hierarchy, which can impact the roll-up of our merchandise categories. Our financial reporting process utilizes the most current product hierarchy in reporting net sales by merchandise category for all periods presented. Therefore, there may be minor reclassifications of net sales by merchandise category compared to previously reported amounts.
	Recent Accounting Pronouncements
	In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). This update provides a comprehensive new revenue recognition model that requires a company to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to a customer at an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for those goods or services. Additionally, this guidance expands related disclosure requirements. The pronouncement is effective for annual and interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016. Early application is not permitted. This ASU permits the use of either the retrospective or cumulative effect transition method. We are currently evaluating the impact this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements as well as the expected adoption method.

Bank_Credit_Facility

Bank Credit Facility	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
BANK CREDIT FACILITY	BANK CREDIT FACILITY
	On July 22, 2011, we entered into a $700 million five-year unsecured credit facility and, on May 30, 2013, we entered into an amendment of the credit facility that extended its expiration from July 22, 2016 to May 30, 2018 (“2011 Credit Agreement”). In connection with our entry into the 2011 Credit Agreement, we paid bank fees and other expenses in the aggregate amount of $3.0 million, which are being amortized over the term of the agreement.  In connection with the amendment of the 2011 Credit Agreement, we paid additional bank fees and other expenses in the aggregate amount of $0.9 million, which are being amortized over the term of the amended agreement.
	Borrowings under the 2011 Credit Agreement are available for general corporate purposes and working capital.  The 2011 Credit Agreement includes a $30 million swing loan sublimit and a $150 million letter of credit sublimit.  The interest rates, pricing and fees under the 2011 Credit Agreement fluctuate based on our debt rating.  The 2011 Credit Agreement allows us to select our interest rate for each borrowing from multiple interest rate options.  The interest rate options are generally derived from the prime rate or LIBOR.  We may prepay revolving loans made under the 2011 Credit Agreement.  The 2011 Credit Agreement contains financial and other covenants, including, but not limited to, limitations on indebtedness, liens and investments, as well as the maintenance of two financial ratios – a leverage ratio and a fixed charge coverage ratio.  A violation of any of the covenants could result in a default under the 2011 Credit Agreement that would permit the lenders to restrict our ability to further access the 2011 Credit Agreement for loans and letters of credit and require the immediate repayment of any outstanding loans under the 2011 Credit Agreement.  At May 2, 2015, we had $40.5 million of borrowings outstanding under the 2011 Credit Agreement while $9.1 million was committed to outstanding letters of credit, leaving $650.4 million available under the 2011 Credit Agreement.

Fair_Value_Measurements

Fair Value Measurements	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
	In connection with our nonqualified deferred compensation plan, we had mutual fund investments of $18.1 million and $16.9 million at May 2, 2015 and January 31, 2015, respectively, which were recorded in other assets. These investments were classified as trading securities and were recorded at their fair value. The fair values of mutual fund investments were Level 1 valuations under the fair value hierarchy because each fund’s quoted market value per share was available in an active market.
	The fair values of our long-term obligations are estimated based on the quoted market prices for the same or similar issues and the current interest rates offered for similar instruments. These fair value measurements are classified as Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy. Given the variable rate features and relatively short maturity of the instruments underlying our long-term obligations, the carrying value of these instruments approximates the fair value.
	The carrying value of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and accrued expenses approximates fair value because of the relatively short maturity of these items.

Shareholders_Equity

Shareholders' Equity	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Equity [Abstract]
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
	Earnings per Share
	There were no adjustments required to be made to the weighted-average common shares outstanding for purposes of computing basic and diluted earnings per share and there were no securities outstanding at May 2, 2015 or May 3, 2014, which were excluded from the computation of earnings per share other than antidilutive stock options, restricted stock awards, and restricted stock units.  For the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, 0.2 million and 2.6 million, respectively, of the stock options outstanding were antidilutive and excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share.  Antidilutive stock options generally consist of outstanding stock options where the exercise price per share is greater than the weighted-average market price per share for our common shares for each period. Antidilutive stock options, restricted stock awards, and restricted stock units are excluded from the calculation because they decrease the number of diluted shares outstanding under the treasury stock method. The restricted stock awards and restricted stock units that were antidilutive, as determined under the treasury stock method, were immaterial for all periods presented.
	Share Repurchase Programs
	On March 4, 2015, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program providing for the repurchase of $200 million of our common shares (“2015 Repurchase Program”). Pursuant to the 2015 Repurchase Program, we may repurchase shares in the open market and/or in privately negotiated transactions at our discretion, subject to market conditions and other factors. Common shares acquired through the 2015 Repurchase Program will be available to meet obligations under our equity compensation plans and for general corporate purposes. The 2015 Repurchase Program has no scheduled termination date and will be funded with cash and cash equivalents, cash generated from operations or, if needed, by drawing on the 2011 Credit Agreement.
	During the first quarter of 2015, we acquired approximately 0.8 million of our outstanding common shares for $35.1 million, under the 2015 Repurchase Program.
	Dividends
	The Company declared and paid cash dividends per common share during the first quarter of 2015 as follows:
		Dividends		Amount Declared		Amount Paid
		Per Share
	2015:00:00
	First quarter	$	0.19	$	10,479	$	10,197
	Total	$	0.19	$	10,479	$	10,197
	The amount of dividends declared may vary from the amount of dividends paid in a period based on certain instruments with restrictions on payment, including restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, and performance share units. The payment of future dividends will be at the discretion of our Board of Directors and will depend on our financial conditions, results of operations, capital requirements, compliance with applicable laws and agreements and any other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors.

ShareBased_Plans

Share-Based Plans	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
SHARE-BASED PLANS	SHARE-BASED PLANS
	We have issued nonqualified stock options, restricted stock awards, restricted stock units, and performance share units under our shareholder-approved equity compensation plans.  Our restricted stock awards and restricted stock units, as described below and/or in note 7 to the consolidated financial statements in our 2014 Form 10-K, are expensed and reported as nonvested shares.  We recognized share-based compensation expense of $3.6 million and $2.8 million in the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, respectively.
	The following table summarizes stock option activity for the first quarter of 2015:
		Number of Options		Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share			Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term (years)	Aggregate Intrinsic Value (000's)
	Outstanding stock options at January 31, 2015	1,703,213		$	37.59
	Exercised	(398,098	)	37.66
	Forfeited	(56,300	)	34.95
	Outstanding stock options at May 2, 2015	1,248,815		$	37.69		3.9	$	10,538
	Vested or expected to vest at May 2, 2015	1,192,651		$	37.7		3.9	$	10,055
	Exercisable at May 2, 2015	678,124		$	37.99		3.2	$	5,519
	The stock options granted in prior years vest in equal amounts on the first four anniversaries of the grant date and have a contractual term of seven years.  The number of stock options expected to vest was based on our annual forfeiture rate assumption.
	The following table summarizes the non-vested restricted stock awards and restricted stock units activity for the first quarter of 2015:
		Number of Shares		Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share
	Outstanding non-vested restricted stock at January 31, 2015	744,805		$	38.13
	Granted	189,778		49.33
	Vested	(95,908	)	37.16
	Forfeited	(16,122	)	34.36
	Outstanding non-vested restricted stock at May 2, 2015	822,553		$	40.9
	The non-vested restricted stock units granted in the first quarter of 2015 generally vest on a ratable basis over three years from the grant date of the award, if certain threshold financial performance objectives are achieved and the grantee remains employed by us through the vesting dates.
	The non-vested restricted stock awards granted in prior years vest if certain financial performance objectives are achieved. If we meet a threshold financial performance objective and the grantee remains employed by us, the restricted stock will vest on the opening of our first trading window five years after the grant date of the award. If we meet a higher financial performance objective and the grantee remains employed by us, the restricted stock will vest on the first trading day after we file our Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC for the fiscal year in which the higher objective is met.
	As of January 31, 2015, we estimated a five-year period for vesting of all non-vested restricted stock awards granted in prior years, as we do not anticipate achieving the higher financial performance objective for any outstanding grants.
	In 2013, in connection with his appointment as CEO and President, Mr. Campisi was awarded 37,800 performance share units, which vest based on the achievement of share price performance goals, that had a weighted average grant-date fair value per share of $34.68. The performance share units have a contractual term of seven years. If the performance goals applicable to the performance share units are not achieved prior to expiration, the awards will be forfeited. At May 2, 2015, 12,600 performance share units remain unvested and outstanding.
	In the first quarter of 2015, we issued 263,521 performance share units, net of forfeitures, to certain members of management, which vest if certain financial performance objectives are achieved over a three-year performance period and the grantee remains employed by us during that period. At May 2, 2015, 696,871 nonvested performance share units were outstanding. The financial performance objectives for each fiscal year within the three-year performance period are approved by the Compensation Committee of our Board of Directors during the first quarter of the respective fiscal year. As a result of the process used to establish the financial performance objectives in each fiscal year, we will not be deemed to establish a grant-date for the performance share units until we communicate the financial performance objectives for the third fiscal year of the award to the award recipients, which will also trigger the service inception date, the fair value of the awards, and the associated expense recognition period. Therefore, we recognized no expense for these issued performance share units in 2014, and we do not expect to recognize expense in 2015. If we meet our threshold financial performance objectives over the three-year performance period and the grantee remains employed by us through the end of the performance period, the performance share units will vest on the first trading day after we file our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the last year in the performance period.
	The following activity occurred under our share-based plans during the respective periods shown:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015			2014
	Total intrinsic value of stock options exercised	$	4,783		$	2,588
	Total fair value of restricted stock vested	4,782			523
	Total fair value of performance shares vested	—			—
	The total unearned compensation cost related to all share-based awards outstanding, excluding performance share units, at May 2, 2015 was approximately $25.6 million.  This compensation cost is expected to be recognized through January 2019 based on existing vesting terms with the weighted-average remaining expense recognition period being approximately 1.8 years from May 2, 2015.

Employee_Benefit_Plans

Employee Benefit Plans	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS	EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
	We maintain a qualified defined benefit pension plan and a nonqualified supplemental defined benefit pension plan covering certain employees whose hire date occurred before April 1, 1994.
	The weighted-average assumptions used to determine net periodic pension cost for our plans were as follows:
		First Quarter
		2015		2014
	Discount rate	3.3	%	5	%
	Rate of increase in compensation levels	2.8	%	3	%
	Expected long-term rate of return	5.2	%	6	%
	The components of combined net periodic pension cost were as follows:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015			2014
	Service cost - benefits earned in the period	$	512		$	487
	Interest cost on projected benefit obligation	594			807
	Expected investment return on plan assets	(653		)	(805		)
	Amortization of actuarial loss	502			372
	Amortization of prior service cost	1			(9		)
	Net periodic pension cost	$	956		$	852
	We currently expect no required contributions to the qualified defined benefit pension plan during 2015.  We will contribute to the nonqualified supplemental defined benefit pension plan as benefits are paid to plan participants, if any, because the nonqualified plan is not a funded plan.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES
	We have estimated the reasonably possible expected net change in unrecognized tax benefits through May 1, 2016, based on 1) expected cash and noncash settlements or payments of uncertain tax positions, and 2) lapses of the applicable statutes of limitations for unrecognized tax benefits.  The estimated net decrease in unrecognized tax benefits for the next 12 months is approximately $4.0 million.  Actual results may differ materially from this estimate.

Contingencies

Contingencies	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
CONTINGENCIES	CONTINGENCIES
	On May 21, May 22 and July 2, 2012, three shareholder derivative lawsuits were filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio against us and certain of our current and former outside directors and executive officers (Jeffrey Berger, David Kollat, Brenda Lauderback, Philip Mallott, Russell Solt, Dennis Tishkoff, Robert Claxton, Joe Cooper, Steven Fishman, Charles Haubiel, Timothy Johnson, John Martin, Norman Rankin, Paul Schroeder, Robert Segal and Steven Smart). The lawsuits were consolidated, and, on August 13, 2012, plaintiffs filed a consolidated complaint, which generally alleges that the individual defendants traded in our common shares based on material, nonpublic information concerning our guidance for fiscal 2012 and the first quarter of fiscal 2012 and the director defendants failed to suspend our share repurchase program during such trading activity. The consolidated complaint asserts claims under Ohio law for breach of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment, misappropriation of trade secrets and corporate waste and seeks declaratory relief and disgorgement to us of proceeds from any wrongful sales of our common shares, plus attorneys’ fees and expenses.
	The defendants filed a motion to dismiss the consolidated complaint, which was granted by the Court in an Opinion and Order dated April 14, 2015, pursuant to which plaintiffs’ claims were all dismissed with prejudice, with the exception of their claim for corporate waste, which was dismissed without prejudice. On May 5, 2015, plaintiffs filed a Motion for Leave to File Verified Consolidated Amended Shareholder Derivative Complaint, which seeks to replead the claim for corporate waste that was dismissed without prejudice by the Court, as well as a Motion for Reconsideration and, in the Alternative, for Certification of Question of State Law to the Supreme Court of Ohio. Defendants’ responses to both motions were filed on May 29, 2015.
	We received a letter dated January 28, 2013, sent on behalf of a shareholder demanding that our Board of Directors investigate and take action in connection with the allegations made in the derivative and securities lawsuits described above. The shareholder indicated that he would commence a derivative lawsuit if our Board of Directors failed to take the demanded action. On March 6, 2013, our Board of Directors referred the shareholder’s letter to a committee of independent directors to investigate the matter. That committee, with the assistance of independent outside counsel, investigated the allegations in the shareholder’s demand letter and, on August 28, 2013, reported its findings to our Board of Directors along with its recommendation that the Board reject the shareholder’s demand. Our Board of Directors unanimously accepted the recommendation of the demand investigation committee and, on September 9, 2013, outside counsel for the committee sent a letter to counsel for the shareholder informing the shareholder of the Board’s determination. On October 18, 2013, the shareholder filed a derivative lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio against us and each of the current and former outside directors and executive officers named in the 2012 shareholder derivative lawsuit. The plaintiff’s complaint generally alleges that the individual defendants traded in our common shares based on material, nonpublic information concerning our guidance for fiscal 2012 and the first quarter of fiscal 2012 and the director defendants failed to suspend our share repurchase program during such trading activity. The complaint asserts claims under Ohio law for breach of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment, abuse of control, gross mismanagement, corporate waste and misappropriation of trade secrets and seeks damages, injunctive relief and disgorgement to us of proceeds from any wrongful sales of our common shares, plus attorneys’ fees and expenses.
	The defendants filed a motion to dismiss the complaint, which was granted by the Court in an Opinion and Order dated April 14, 2015, which dismissed the plaintiff’s claims with prejudice with the exception of his claim for corporate waste and his assertion that our Board of Directors wrongfully rejected his demand to take action against the individually named defendants. On May 5, 2015, the Court so ordered the parties’ stipulation, staying plaintiff’s time to seek leave to amend his complaint in order to make a request to inspect the Company’s books and records pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §1701.37, and plaintiff served that request for inspection on May 8, 2015.
	On July 9, 2012, a putative securities class action lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio on behalf of persons who acquired our common shares between February 2, 2012 and April 23, 2012. This lawsuit was filed against us, Lisa Bachmann, Mr. Cooper, Mr. Fishman and Mr. Haubiel. The complaint in the putative class action generally alleges that the defendants made statements concerning our financial performance that were false or misleading. The complaint asserts claims under sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 and seeks damages in an unspecified amount, plus attorneys’ fees and expenses. The lead plaintiff filed an amended complaint on April 4, 2013, which added Mr. Johnson as a defendant, removed Ms. Bachmann as a defendant, and extended the putative class period to August 23, 2012. The defendants have filed a motion to dismiss the putative class action complaint, and that motion is fully briefed and awaiting a decision.
	On February 10, 2014, a shareholder derivative lawsuit was filed in the Franklin County Common Pleas Court in Columbus, Ohio, against us and certain of our current and former outside directors and executive officers (David Campisi, Steven Fishman, Joe Cooper, Charles Haubiel, Timothy Johnson, Robert Claxton, John Martin, Norman Rankin, Paul Schroeder, Robert Segal, Steven Smart, David Kollat, Jeffrey Berger, James Chambers, Peter Hayes, Brenda Lauderback, Philip Mallott, Russell Solt, James Tener and Dennis Tishkoff). The plaintiff’s complaint generally alleges that the individual defendants traded in our common shares based on material, nonpublic information concerning our guidance for fiscal 2012 and the first quarter of fiscal 2012 and the director defendants failed to suspend our share repurchase program during such trading activity. The complaint also alleges that we and various individual defendants made false and misleading statements regarding our Canadian operations prior to our announcement on December 5, 2013 that we were exiting the Canadian market. The complaint asserts claims under Ohio law for breach of fiduciary duty, unjust enrichment, waste of corporate assets and misappropriation of insider information and seeks damages, injunctive relief and disgorgement to us of proceeds from any wrongful sales of our common shares, plus attorneys’ fees and expenses. At the parties’ request, the court has stayed this lawsuit until after the judge in the federal lawsuits discussed in the preceding paragraphs has ruled on the motions to dismiss pending in all those federal lawsuits.
	We believe that the shareholder derivative and putative class action lawsuits are without merit, and we intend to defend ourselves vigorously against the allegations levied in these lawsuits. While a loss from these lawsuits is reasonably possible, at this time, we cannot reasonably estimate the amount of any loss that may result or whether the lawsuits will have a material impact on our financial statements.
	On June 13, 2013, we received a voluntary document request from the Division of Enforcement of the SEC relating principally to our participation in investor and analyst meetings in the first fiscal quarter of 2012. We have produced documents and are cooperating with the SEC’s investigation, which is ongoing.
	On October 1, 2013, we received a subpoena from the District Attorney for the County of Alameda, State of California, seeking information concerning our handling of hazardous materials and hazardous waste in the State of California. We have provided information and are cooperating with the authorities from multiple counties and cities in California in connection with this ongoing matter. While a loss related to this matter is reasonably possible, at this time, we cannot reasonably estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may arise from this matter or whether this matter will have a material impact on our financial statements. In October 2014, Big Lots received a notice of a second violation from the California Air Resources Board alleging that it sold certain products that contained volatile organic compounds in excess of regulated limits (windshield washer fluid). This matter is in its early stages and settlement discussions are continuing. We anticipate that any resolution of this matter is likely to exceed $100,000.
	We are involved in other legal actions and claims arising in the ordinary course of business. We currently believe that each such action and claim will be resolved without a material effect on our financial condition, results of operations, or liquidity. However, litigation involves an element of uncertainty. Future developments could cause these actions or claims to have a material effect on our financial condition, results of operations, and liquidity.

Business_Segment_Data

Business Segment Data	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
BUSINESS SEGMENT DATA	BUSINESS SEGMENT DATA
	We use the following seven merchandise categories, which match our internal management and reporting of merchandise net sales: Food, Consumables, Soft Home, Hard Home, Furniture, Seasonal, and Electronics & Accessories. The Food category includes our beverage & grocery, candy & snacks, and specialty foods departments. The Consumables category includes our health and beauty, plastics, paper, chemical, and pet departments. The Soft Home category includes the home décor, frames, fashion bedding, utility bedding, bath, window, decorative textile, and area rugs departments. The Hard Home category includes our small appliances, table top, food preparation, stationery, greeting cards, tools, paint, and home maintenance departments. The Furniture category includes our upholstery, mattress, ready-to-assemble, and case goods departments. The Seasonal category includes our lawn & garden, summer, Christmas, toys, books, sporting goods, and other holiday departments. The Electronics & Accessories category includes the electronics, jewelry, apparel, hosiery, and infant accessories departments. In the first quarter of 2015, we realigned our merchandise categories to be consistent with the realignment of our merchandising team. See the Reclassifications section of note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
	We periodically assess, and potentially enact minor adjustments to, our product hierarchy, which can impact the roll-up of our merchandise categories. Our financial reporting process utilizes the most current product hierarchy in reporting net sales by merchandise category for all periods presented. Therefore, there may be minor reclassifications of net sales by merchandise category compared to previously reported amounts.
	The following table presents net sales data by merchandise category:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015		2014
	Furniture	$	338,870	$	308,097
	Consumables	221,774		224,495
	Food	203,273		199,675
	Seasonal	190,217		202,920
	Soft Home	147,420		141,019
	Hard Home	103,626		116,513
	Electronics & Accessories	75,275		88,552
	Net sales	$	1,280,455	$	1,281,271

Components_of_Accumulated_Othe

Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
COMPONENTS OF ACCUMMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS	COMPONENTS OF ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
	The following table summarizes the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, during 2014 and 2015:
	(In thousands)	Foreign currency translation			Pension Plan			Total accumulated other comprehensive loss
	Balance at February 1, 2014	$	(5,022	)	$	(8,489	)	$	(13,511	)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	(39		)	—			(39		)
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	5,061			204			5,265
	Net period change	5,022			204			5,226
	Balance at May 3, 2014	—			(8,285		)	(8,285		)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	—			(8,180		)	(8,180		)
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	—			1,809			1,809
	Net period change	—			(6,371		)	(6,371		)
	Balance at January 31, 2015	—			(14,656		)	(14,656		)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	—			356			356
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	—			303			303
	Net period change	—			659			659
	Balance at May 2, 2015	$	—		$	(13,997	)	$	(13,997	)
	The amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss associated with our pension plans have been reclassified to selling and administrative expenses in our consolidated statements of operations. Please see note 6 to the consolidated financial statements for further information on our pension plans.
	The amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss associated with foreign currency translation have been reclassified to loss from discontinued operations in our consolidated statements of operations, as the amounts related to our Canadian operations. Please see note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for further information on our discontinued operations.

Derivative_Instruments

Derivative Instruments	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Derivative [Line Items]
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS
	In the first quarter of 2015, our Board of Directors authorized our ability to enter into derivative instruments designed to mitigate certain risks and we entered into collar contracts to mitigate our risk associated with market fluctuations in diesel fuel prices. These contracts are used strictly to limit our risk exposure and not as speculative transactions. Our derivative instruments associated with diesel fuel do not meet the requirements for cash flow hedge accounting. Therefore, our derivative instruments associated with diesel fuel will be marked-to-market to determine their fair value and the associated gains and losses will be recognized currently in other income (expense) on our consolidated statements of operations.
	Our outstanding derivative instrument contracts for the first quarter of 2015 were comprised of the following:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015
	Diesel fuel collars (in gallons)	4,500
	The fair value of our outstanding derivative instrument contracts was as follows:
			Assets (Liabilities)
	(In thousands)		First Quarter
	Derivative Instrument	Balance Sheet Location	2015
	Diesel fuel collars	Other current assets	$	360
		Other assets	250
		Accrued operating expenses	(335		)
		Other liabilities	(247		)
	Total derivative instruments		$	28
	The effect of derivative instruments on the consolidated statements of operations was as follows:
			Amount of Gain (Loss)
	(In thousands)		First Quarter
	Derivative Instrument	Statements of Operations Location	2015
	Diesel fuel collars
	Realized	Other income (expense)	$	—
	Unrealized	Other income (expense)	28
	Total derivative instruments		$	28
	The fair values of our derivative instruments are determined using observable inputs from commonly quoted markets. These fair value measurements are classified as Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy.

Discontinued_Operations

Discontinued Operations	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS	DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
	Our discontinued operations for the first quarter of 2015 and 2014 were comprised of the following:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015				2014
	Canadian operations	$	(85	)		$	(34,106	)
	Other	(70		)		(82		)
	Total loss from discontinued operations, pretax	$	(155	)		$	(34,188	)
	Canadian Operations
	During the fourth quarter of 2013, we announced our intention to wind down our Canadian operations. We began the wind down activities during the fourth quarter of 2013, which included the closing of our Canadian distribution centers. We completed the wind down activities during the first quarter of 2014, which included the closure of our Canadian stores and corporate offices. Therefore, we determined the results of our Canadian operations should be reported as discontinued operations. The results of our Canadian operations historically consisted of sales of product to retail customers, the costs associated with those products, and selling and administrative expenses, including personnel, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, occupancy and overhead costs. During the first quarter of 2014, the results of our Canadian operations also included significant contract termination costs of $23.0 million, severance charges of $2.2 million and a loss on the realization of our cumulative translation adjustment on our investment in our Canadian operations of $5.1 million.
	In addition to the costs associated with our Canadian operations, we reclassified to discontinued operations the direct expenses incurred by our U.S. operations to facilitate the wind down. These costs primarily consisted of professional fees. We also reclassified the income tax benefit that our U.S. operations are expected to generate as a result of the wind down of our Canadian operations, based on our ability to recover a worthless stock deduction in the foreseeable future. During the first quarter of 2014, we recognized an income tax benefit of approximately $8.9 million primarily related to this deduction.
	The loss from discontinued Canadian operations presented in our consolidated statements of operations was comprised of the following:
			Thirteen Weeks Ended
	(In thousands)		May 2, 2015				May 3, 2014
	Net sales		$	—			$	6,040
	Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation expense shown separately below)		3				3,381
	Gross margin		(3		)		2,659
	Selling and administrative expenses		153				31,949
	Depreciation expense		—				—
	Operating loss		(156		)		(29,290		)
	Interest expense		—				(22		)
	Other income (expense)		71				(4,794		)
	Loss from discontinued operations before income taxes		(85		)		(34,106		)
	Income tax benefit		(34		)		(8,925		)
	Loss from discontinued operations		$	(51	)		$	(25,181	)

Subsequent_Event

Subsequent Event	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	SUBSEQUENT EVENT
	On May 28, 2015, we entered into an amendment of the 2011 Credit Agreement that extended the expiration date of the agreement from May 30, 2018 to May 30, 2020 and established revised pricing, which slightly lowered our rates and fees. No other material terms of the original agreement were modified by the amendment.

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Summ1

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Fiscal Period, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Fiscal Periods
	Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday nearest to January 31, which results in fiscal years consisting of 52 or 53 weeks.  Unless otherwise stated, references to years in this report relate to fiscal years rather than calendar years.  Fiscal year 2015 (“2015”) is comprised of the 52 weeks that began on February 1, 2015 and will end on January 30, 2016.  Fiscal year 2014 (“2014”) was comprised of the 52 weeks that began on February 2, 2014 and ended on January 31, 2015.  The fiscal quarters ended May 2, 2015 (“first quarter of 2015”) and May 3, 2014 (“first quarter of 2014”) were both comprised of 13 weeks.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Selling and Administrative Expenses
	Selling and administrative expenses include store expenses (such as payroll and occupancy costs) and costs related to warehousing, distribution, outbound transportation to our stores, advertising, purchasing, insurance, non-income taxes, and overhead.  Our selling and administrative expense rates may not be comparable to those of other retailers that include warehousing, distribution, and outbound transportation costs in cost of sales.  Warehousing, distribution and outbound transportation costs included in selling and administrative expenses were $41.6 million and $40.8 million for the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, respectively.
Advertising Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Advertising Expense
	Advertising costs, which are expensed as incurred, consist primarily of television and print advertising, digital or internet marketing and advertising, and in-store point-of-purchase presentations.  Advertising expenses are included in selling and administrative expenses.  Advertising expenses were $21.7 million and $21.9 million for the first quarter of 2015 and the first quarter of 2014, respectively.
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Derivative Instruments
	We use derivative instruments to mitigate the risk of market fluctuations in diesel fuel prices. We do not enter into derivative instruments for speculative purposes. Our derivative instruments may consist of collar or swap contracts. Our current derivative instruments do not meet the requirements for cash flow hedge accounting. Instead, our derivative instruments are marked-to-market to determine their fair value and any gains or losses are recognized currently in other income (expense) on our consolidated statements of operations.
Comparability of Prior Year Financial Data, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Reclassifications
	Merchandise Categories
	In the first quarter of 2015, we realigned select merchandise categories to be consistent with the realignment of our merchandising team and changes to our management reporting. Specifically, we reclassified our home décor and frames departments from our former Furniture & Home Décor category to our Soft Home category. Subsequently, we changed the name of our Furniture & Home Décor category to Furniture. In order to provide comparative information, we have reclassified our net sales by merchandise category into this revised alignment for all periods presented in note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.
	We periodically assess, and make minor adjustments to, our product hierarchy, which can impact the roll-up of our merchandise categories. Our financial reporting process utilizes the most current product hierarchy in reporting net sales by merchandise category for all periods presented. Therefore, there may be minor reclassifications of net sales by merchandise category compared to previously reported amounts.
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Recent Accounting Pronouncements
	In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). This update provides a comprehensive new revenue recognition model that requires a company to recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to a customer at an amount that reflects the consideration we expect to receive in exchange for those goods or services. Additionally, this guidance expands related disclosure requirements. The pronouncement is effective for annual and interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016. Early application is not permitted. This ASU permits the use of either the retrospective or cumulative effect transition method. We are currently evaluating the impact this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements as well as the expected adoption method.

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Summ2

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Other Significant Noncash Transactions [Line Items]
Schedule of Other Significant Noncash Transactions [Table Text Block]	The following table provides supplemental cash flow information for the first quarter of 2015 and 2014:
		Thirteen Weeks Ended
	(in thousands)	May 2, 2015			May 3, 2014
	Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
	Cash paid for interest, including capital leases	$	213		$	270
	Cash paid for income taxes, excluding impact of refunds	1,702			17,091
	Gross proceeds from borrowings under bank credit facility	383,900			334,600
	Gross payments of borrowings under bank credit facility	$	405,500		$	358,000
	Non-cash activity:
	Assets acquired under capital leases	$	4,996		$	—
	Accrued property and equipment	$	15,293		$	8,027
	Share repurchases payable	$	9,377		$	5,912
	Cash flows from discontinued operations:
	Net cash used in operating activities, discontinued operations	$	(237	)	$	(24,969	)
	Net cash provided by investing activities, discontinued operations	$	—		$	520

Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_

Shareholders' Equity Dividends Declared (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Equity [Abstract]
Dividends Declared [Table Text Block]	The Company declared and paid cash dividends per common share during the first quarter of 2015 as follows:
		Dividends		Amount Declared		Amount Paid
		Per Share
	2015:00:00
	First quarter	$	0.19	$	10,479	$	10,197
	Total	$	0.19	$	10,479	$	10,197

ShareBased_Plans_Tables

Share-Based Plans (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes stock option activity for the first quarter of 2015:
		Number of Options		Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share			Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term (years)	Aggregate Intrinsic Value (000's)
	Outstanding stock options at January 31, 2015	1,703,213		$	37.59
	Exercised	(398,098	)	37.66
	Forfeited	(56,300	)	34.95
	Outstanding stock options at May 2, 2015	1,248,815		$	37.69		3.9	$	10,538
	Vested or expected to vest at May 2, 2015	1,192,651		$	37.7		3.9	$	10,055
	Exercisable at May 2, 2015	678,124		$	37.99		3.2	$	5,519
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes the non-vested restricted stock awards and restricted stock units activity for the first quarter of 2015:
		Number of Shares		Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share
	Outstanding non-vested restricted stock at January 31, 2015	744,805		$	38.13
	Granted	189,778		49.33
	Vested	(95,908	)	37.16
	Forfeited	(16,122	)	34.36
	Outstanding non-vested restricted stock at May 2, 2015	822,553		$	40.9
Schedule of Share Based Compensation, Additional Information [Table Text Block]	The following activity occurred under our share-based plans during the respective periods shown:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015			2014
	Total intrinsic value of stock options exercised	$	4,783		$	2,588
	Total fair value of restricted stock vested	4,782			523
	Total fair value of performance shares vested	—			—

Employee_Benefit_Plans_Tables

Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Assumptions Used [Table Text Block]	The weighted-average assumptions used to determine net periodic pension cost for our plans were as follows:
		First Quarter
		2015		2014
	Discount rate	3.3	%	5	%
	Rate of increase in compensation levels	2.8	%	3	%
	Expected long-term rate of return	5.2	%	6	%
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]	The components of combined net periodic pension cost were as follows:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015			2014
	Service cost - benefits earned in the period	$	512		$	487
	Interest cost on projected benefit obligation	594			807
	Expected investment return on plan assets	(653		)	(805		)
	Amortization of actuarial loss	502			372
	Amortization of prior service cost	1			(9		)
	Net periodic pension cost	$	956		$	852

Business_Segment_Data_Tables

Business Segment Data (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Net Sales by Category [Table Text Block]	The following table presents net sales data by merchandise category:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015		2014
	Furniture	$	338,870	$	308,097
	Consumables	221,774		224,495
	Food	203,273		199,675
	Seasonal	190,217		202,920
	Soft Home	147,420		141,019
	Hard Home	103,626		116,513
	Electronics & Accessories	75,275		88,552
	Net sales	$	1,280,455	$	1,281,271

Components_of_Accumulated_Othe1

Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]	The following table summarizes the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, during 2014 and 2015:
	(In thousands)	Foreign currency translation			Pension Plan			Total accumulated other comprehensive loss
	Balance at February 1, 2014	$	(5,022	)	$	(8,489	)	$	(13,511	)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	(39		)	—			(39		)
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	5,061			204			5,265
	Net period change	5,022			204			5,226
	Balance at May 3, 2014	—			(8,285		)	(8,285		)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	—			(8,180		)	(8,180		)
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	—			1,809			1,809
	Net period change	—			(6,371		)	(6,371		)
	Balance at January 31, 2015	—			(14,656		)	(14,656		)
	Other comprehensive income before reclassifications	—			356			356
	Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss	—			303			303
	Net period change	—			659			659
	Balance at May 2, 2015	$	—		$	(13,997	)	$	(13,997	)

Derivative_Instruments_Tables

Derivative Instruments (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Derivative [Line Items]
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions [Table Text Block]	Our outstanding derivative instrument contracts for the first quarter of 2015 were comprised of the following:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015
	Diesel fuel collars (in gallons)	4,500
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]	The fair value of our outstanding derivative instrument contracts was as follows:
			Assets (Liabilities)
	(In thousands)		First Quarter
	Derivative Instrument	Balance Sheet Location	2015
	Diesel fuel collars	Other current assets	$	360
		Other assets	250
		Accrued operating expenses	(335		)
		Other liabilities	(247		)
	Total derivative instruments		$	28
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block]	The effect of derivative instruments on the consolidated statements of operations was as follows:
			Amount of Gain (Loss)
	(In thousands)		First Quarter
	Derivative Instrument	Statements of Operations Location	2015
	Diesel fuel collars
	Realized	Other income (expense)	$	—
	Unrealized	Other income (expense)	28
	Total derivative instruments		$	28

Discontinued_Operation_Tables

Discontinued Operation (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures [Table Text Block]	The loss from discontinued Canadian operations presented in our consolidated statements of operations was comprised of the following:
			Thirteen Weeks Ended
	(In thousands)		May 2, 2015				May 3, 2014
	Net sales		$	—			$	6,040
	Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation expense shown separately below)		3				3,381
	Gross margin		(3		)		2,659
	Selling and administrative expenses		153				31,949
	Depreciation expense		—				—
	Operating loss		(156		)		(29,290		)
	Interest expense		—				(22		)
	Other income (expense)		71				(4,794		)
	Loss from discontinued operations before income taxes		(85		)		(34,106		)
	Income tax benefit		(34		)		(8,925		)
	Loss from discontinued operations		$	(51	)		$	(25,181	)
	Our discontinued operations for the first quarter of 2015 and 2014 were comprised of the following:
		First Quarter
	(In thousands)	2015				2014
	Canadian operations	$	(85	)		$	(34,106	)
	Other	(70		)		(82		)
	Total loss from discontinued operations, pretax	$	(155	)		$	(34,188	)

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Summ3

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
	store
Components of Operating Cost and Expense [Line Items]
Number of Stores	1,461
Number of States in which Entity Operates	48
Operating Cycle	52 or 53 weeks
Fiscal Period	P13W
Distribution and Outbound Transportation Costs	$41.60	$40.80
Advertising Expense	$21.70	$21.90

Basis_of_Presentation_and_Summ4

Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest, including capital leases	$213	$270
Cash paid for income taxes, excluding impact of refunds	1,702	17,091
Gross proceeds from from borrowings under bank credit facility	383,900	334,600
Gross payments of borrowings under bank credit facility	405,500	358,000
Non-cash activity:
Assets acquired under capital leases	4,996	0
Accrued property and equipment	15,293	8,027
Share repurchases payable	9,377	5,912
Cash Flows from Discontinued Operations [Abstract]
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities, Discontinued Operations	-237	-24,969
Cash Provided by Investing Activities, Discontinued Operations	$0	$520

Bank_Credit_Facility_Details

Bank Credit Facility (Details) (2011 Credit Agreement [Member], USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	30-May-13	Jul. 21, 2011
2011 Credit Agreement [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity		$700
Debt Instrument, Term	5 years
Deferred Finance Costs, Gross		0.9	3
Line of Credit Facility, Swing Loan Sublimit	30
Line of Credit Facility, Letter of Credit Sublimit	150
Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding	40.5
Line of Credit Facility, Letters of Credit Outstanding	9.1
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity	$650.40

Fair_Value_Measurements_Detail

Fair Value Measurements (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member], Level 1 [Member], USD $)	2-May-15	Jan. 31, 2015
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Trading Securities, Fair Value Disclosure	$18.10	$16.90

Shareholders_Equity_Earnings_P

Shareholders' Equity - Earnings Per Share (Details)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15	3-May-14
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment	0	0
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	200,000	2,600,000
Restricted Stock [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Other Than Stock Options and Restricted Stock Awards, Amount	0	0

Shareholders_Equity_Share_Repu

Shareholders' Equity - Share Repurchase Programs (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
Share data in Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14	Jan. 31, 2015	Mar. 04, 2015
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value	$36,790,000	$82,780,000	$167,891,000
Common Stock [Member] | 2015 Repurchase Program [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount				200,000,000
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares	800
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value	$35,100,000

Shareholders_Equity_Dividends_1

Shareholders' Equity - Dividends Declared (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14	Jan. 31, 2015
Equity [Abstract]
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid	$0.19
Amount declared (Dividends)	$10,479		$28,533
Amount paid (Dividends)	$10,197	$0

ShareBased_Plans_Details

Share-Based Plans (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	2-May-15	3-May-14	Jan. 31, 2015	Feb. 01, 2014
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Expense	$3,600,000	$2,800,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Additional General Disclosures [Abstract]
Total intrinsic value of stock options exercised	4,783,000
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	25,600,000
Nonvested Awards, Total Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	1 year 9 months 10 days
Restricted Stock [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Nonvested, beginning balance	744,805
Granted	189,778
Vested	-95,908
Forfeited	-16,122
Nonvested, ending balance	822,553
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$40.90		38.13
Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$49.33
Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$37.16
Forfeited in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value	$34.36
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Additional General Disclosures [Abstract]
Total fair value of restricted stock vested	4,782,000	523,000
Stock Options [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding stock options, beginning balance	1,703,213
Exercised	-398,098
Forfeited	-56,300
Outstanding stock options, ending balance	1,248,815
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Number	1,192,651
Options, Exercisable, Number	678,124
Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$37.69		37.59
Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$37.66
Options, Forfeitures and Expirations in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$34.95
Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$37.70
Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$37.99
Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term	3 years 10 months 24 days
Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term	3 years 10 months 24 days
Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term	3 years 2 months 12 days
Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value	10,538,000
Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value	10,055,000
Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value	5,519,000
Award Requisite Service Period	4 years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Term	7 years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Additional General Disclosures [Abstract]
Total intrinsic value of stock options exercised		2,588,000
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Award Requisite Service Period	3 years
Restricted Stock Awards (RSAs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Award Requisite Service Period	5 years
Restricted Stock Awards (RSAs) [Member] | Current [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Award Vesting Period			5 years
Performance Shares [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Expense			0
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Shares Issued in Period	263,521
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Nonvested, ending balance	696,871
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Award Vesting Period	3 years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Additional General Disclosures [Abstract]
Total fair value of restricted stock vested	$0	$0
CEO Performance Share Units [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Term	7 years
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Granted				37,800
Nonvested, ending balance	12,600
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value				$34.68

Employee_Benefit_Plans_Details

Employee Benefit Plans (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Defined Benefit Plan, Weighted Average Assumptions Used in Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost [Abstract]
Discount Rate	3.30%	5.00%
Rate of Increase in Compensation Levels	2.80%	3.00%
Expected Long-term Rate of Return	5.20%	6.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost [Abstract]
Service cost - benefits earned in the period	$512	$487
Interest cost on projected benefit obligation	594	807
Expected investment return on plan assets	-653	-805
Amortization of actuarial loss	502	372
Amortization of prior service cost	1	-9
Net periodic pension cost	956	852
Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Contributions in Current Fiscal Year	$0

Income_Taxes_Details

Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	2-May-15
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Amount of Unrecorded Benefit	($4)

Contingencies_Details

Contingencies (Details) (Pending Litigation [Member])	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15
Pending Litigation [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of Shareholder Derivative Lawsuits	3

Business_Segment_Data_Details

Business Segment Data (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$1,280,455	$1,281,271
Furniture [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	338,870	308,097
Consumables [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	221,774	224,495
Food [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	203,273	199,675
Seasonal [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	190,217	202,920
Soft Home [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	147,420	141,019
Hard Home [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	103,626	116,513
Electronics & Accessories [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$75,275	$88,552

Components_of_Accumlated_Other

Components of Accumlated Other Comprehensive Income (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15	3-May-14	Jan. 31, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	$0	($5,022)	$0
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax, Foreign currency translation	0	-39	0
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax, Foreign currency translation	0	5,061	0
Foreign currency translation	0	5,022	0
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	0	0	0
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax	-14,656	-8,489	-8,285
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans	356	0	-8,180
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans	-303	-204	-1,809
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax	659	204	-6,371
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Net of Tax	-13,997	-8,285	-14,656
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax	-14,656	-13,511	-8,285
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax	356	-39	-8,180
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax	303	5,265	1,809
Total other comprehensive (loss) income	659	5,226	-6,371
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax	($13,997)	($8,285)	($14,656)

Derivative_Instruments_Details

Derivative Instruments (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	2-May-15
Fuel [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Nonmonetary Notional Amount	4,500,000
Energy Related Derivative [Member]
Derivative Assets (Liabilities), at Fair Value, Net, by Balance Sheet Classification [Abstract]
Derivative, Fair Value, Net	$28
Energy Related Derivative [Member] | Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Commodity Contracts	0
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Commodity Contracts	28
Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net	28
Energy Related Derivative [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivative Asset [Abstract]
Derivative Asset, Current	360
Energy Related Derivative [Member] | Other Assets [Member]
Derivative Asset [Abstract]
Derivative Asset	250
Energy Related Derivative [Member] | Accrued Operating Expenses [Member]
Derivative Liability [Abstract]
Derivative Liability, Current	-335
Energy Related Derivative [Member] | Other Liabilities [Member]
Derivative Liability [Abstract]
Derivative Liability	($247)

Discontinued_Operations_Detail

Discontinued Operations (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	2-May-15	3-May-14
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax	($155,000)	($34,188,000)
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Discontinued Operation	60,000	8,955,000
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent	-95,000	-25,233,000
CANADA
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Revenue	0	6,040,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Costs of Goods Sold	3,000	3,381,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Gross Profit (Loss)	-3,000	2,659,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, General and Administrative Expense	153,000	31,949,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Depreciation and Amortization	0	0
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Operating Income (Loss)	-156,000	-29,290,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Interest Expense	0	-22,000
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Other Income	71,000	-4,794,000
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax	-85,000	-34,106,000
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Discontinued Operation	34,000	8,925,000
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent	-51,000	-25,181,000
Other [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax	-70,000	-82,000
CANADA | CANADA
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Realized upon Sale or Liquidation, before Tax		5,100,000
Employee Severance [Member] | CANADA | CANADA
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Business Exit Costs		2,200,000
Contract Termination [Member] | CANADA | CANADA
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Business Exit Costs		$23,000,000