Skilled decorator from Stourport on Severn secures spot in final
Russell Payne from Stourport on Severn has qualified as a finalist for Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025.
A decorator from Stourport on Severn has secured a coveted place in the final to uncover the UK and Ireland’s Top Tradesperson.
Russell Payne, 41, has dedicated 24 years to mastering his craft and now aims to leave a lasting impression at the Screwfix Top Tradesperson final later this month.
Competing against nine other exceptional tradespeople, Russell wowed the judges with unwavering passion and an extraordinary commitment to going above and beyond—all qualities of a Screwfix Top Tradesperson.
Russell runs RPD Painting & Decorating and is a third-generation painter and decorator within his family. With a company built on reliability, honesty and delivering a quality service for his customers, Russell is committed to ensuring the family business continues as his son is also training as an apprentice.
The final takes place at Screwfix Live in September in front of a panel of industry experts, including reigning Screwfix Top Tradesperson Mohammed Rahman, and representatives from CIPHE, and NICEIC. And it’s here, each finalist will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and why they believe they should be named Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025.
As well as claiming the title, the winner will also take home a fantastic £20,000/€20,000 prize bundle of tools, tech, and training.
Reflecting on the journey so far, Russell says: “I can’t believe I have secured a place in the final of Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025. Since I started in the trade many years ago, I’ve worked hard to hone my craft, so to be recognised and able to share my story with the judges is something I’m really excited about. Looking at the names of the other finalists, it’s clear there’s some great competition, but I’m proud to be putting Stourport on Severn on the map and representing every decorator out there, in my bid to take home the title.”
Jack Wallace, Marketing Director at Screwfix, added: “ We now have our final ten, and as ever the standard is exceptional. Tradespeople are the backbone of their communities, providing essential services with unmatched skill and dedication. Screwfix Top Tradesperson shines a spotlight on the outstanding talent within the industry and the impact tradespeople have. I wish all the finalists the best of luck as they compete for this year’s title.”
To find out more about Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025, visit: screwfix.com/stt or screwfix.ie/stt.