Restructuring (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2025	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	$ 13,682	$ 13,438	$ 282
Accrued restructuring liabiliities	2,766	4,996
Operating segments | Machine Clothing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	8,255	9,460	282
Operating segments | Albany Engineered Composites
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	3,259	3,649	$ 0
Operating segments | Workforce Reductions, Fixed Asset Impairments, and Related Costs | Machine Clothing
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	8,300	9,500
Inventory write-down	300	1,700
Operating segments | Workforce Reductions | Albany Engineered Composites
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses, net	$ 3,300	$ 3,600