A host of firms including Pinsent Masons, Allen & Overy (A&O), Proskauer Rose and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett have all played roles on UK building products company Tyman’s acquisition of US building manufacturer Truth Hardware from Melrose Industries for $200m (£129m).

The deal, which will see Truth combine with Tyman’s existing US division Amesbury, is being funded by a debt and equity fundraising followed by a proposed move to the London Stock Exchange main market.