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Tint World celebrated grand opening of Humble facility in early March
Tint World celebrated the grand opening of its Humble location in March. (Courtesy Ripley PR)
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National automotive styling franchise Tint World had its grand opening March 7 at 8090 FM 1960 E., Humble. The business provides a range of automotive styling and safety services, including window tint; security and paint protection film; and electronic upgrades. The business soft opened in late January. 832-995-0622. www.tintworld.com/locations/tx/humble-087
By Kelly Schafler
Editor, Lake Houston | Humble | Kingwood
Kelly Schafler is the editor for the Lake Houston, Humble and Kingwood edition of Community Impact Newspaper, covering public education, city government, development, businesses, local events and all things community-related. Before she became editor, she was the reporter for the Conroe and Montgomery edition for a year and a half.
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