Highlands Decorating Center

Written By: Donna Rhodes | Issue: October 2024 | Photograph By: Susan Renfro

Left to Right: Janice Raby, Phil Potts, Guadalupe Damian, Harry Nicholson, Eva Zamudio, Lee Ann Hall, Rebecca Branson, and Waylon Chastain.

Highlands Decorating Center at 330 Dillard Road has been the go-to, one-stop place for all your paint and interior finishing needs for over 40 years.

Owner Derek Taylor’s father, Jack, originally bought the business in 1983 and soon thereafter sold it to Derek in 1986.

Known then as Highlands Paint and Mirror and located on 4th Street, Derek changed the name to Highlands Decorating Center in 1990 to more accurately describe their expanding business. By 2000 it was clear that they needed more space and parking, so they moved to their current location.

Derek is quick to tell you that his Dad instilled in him early on that the customer is king and customer service is everything. That philosophy is the cornerstone of Highlands Decorating Center and is why the business continues to grow and thrive. Derek and his employees go above and beyond to ensure that customers are taken care of. It’s why customers soon become friends and customer retention isn’t just a concept here, their customers return again and again.

The employees are another element that sets this business apart as most have been with the company for many years. It’s a customer service concept Derek learned early- take care of your employees and they will take care of your customers.

It goes beyond that to what has long been considered the old-time Highlands business model – everyone cares and everyone looks out for everyone else. This is a thriving business that can provide the goods you need but they are first and foremost your neighbor and they never forget that.

In addition to Benjamin Moore paint and all necessary painting supplies, Highlands Decorating has everything you need to finish or transform the interior of your home except cabinets and appliances.

Their expansive showroom is the place to let your imagination run wild as you choose all your interior finishes. From carpets; area rugs; flooring including hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, stone, glass tile, and metal tile; window treatments; wall coverings including wallpaper, grasscloth and natural materials, textiles, and wall cladding; mirrors; and vanities to custom closets Highlands Decorating Center has it all.

Elevate your style and mood and visit Highlands Decorating Center for all your paint and interior decorating needs. They are also happy to work with your contractors and interior decorators.

For your convenience, they are open six days a week, from 7:30 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday and from 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. on Saturday.

Visit their website at highlandsdecorating.com or call (828) 526-3571.