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Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Goodwill (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill    
Goodwill and intangible asset impairment $ 0us-gaap_GoodwillAndIntangibleAssetImpairment  
Goodwill 37.2us-gaap_Goodwill 37.2us-gaap_Goodwill
Fabricated Products    
Goodwill    
Goodwill $ 37.2us-gaap_Goodwill
/ us-gaap_StatementBusinessSegmentsAxis
= kalu_FabricatedProductsMember