Organization and basis of presentation - Additional Information (Details) |
Jun. 30, 2026 |
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| Kronos | |
| Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] | |
| Parent company ownership interest | 31.00% |
| Parent Company | Valhi Inc | |
| Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] | |
| Parent company ownership interest | 83.00% |
| Parent Company | Valhi Inc | Contran Corporation | |
| Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] | |
| Parent company ownership interest | 91.00% |