Interior design store Carol's Lighting will hit 45 years of operation in Humble on Aug. 14. The design warehouse, which specializes in lighting, fans and select furniture, opened for business in August 1980.

Owned by Don and Carol Gressett, the company opened a second location in 1999 at 27132 I-45, Conroe.

What they offer

Visitors of the store's showroom can find a variety of lighting options, including chandeliers, pendants, sconces and lamps. Carol's Lighting also offers indoor and outdoor ceiling fans, as well as a wide selection of home decor.

Looking back


General manager Jason Henley said the store has celebrated several milestones since its opening 45 years ago, including:
  • Opening the Humble showroom in 2000
  • Winning two ARTS Awards, a peer-nominated distinction for those in the home and design industry
  • Opening a Carol's Lighting outlet center in 2011
  • Running a Hurricane Harvey recovery special in 2017
  • Participating in the Helping a Hero 100 Homes Challenge
Henley said the company is discussing an anniversary party and sale for later this year.