But why is HGTV’s content so addictive?
Its predictability is comforting
It turns out there’s a method to all this madness.
HGTV shows are addictive because they’re predictable, and that’s comforting.
HGTV viewer Fhiwa Ndou tellsYahoo!
In fact, an article fromPacific Standardrefers to HGTV as “the new home of procedural TV.”
You turn the faucet on, and water comes out.
You turn on HGTV, and HGTV comes out."
What do you put on?
HGTV, of course.
Some open-concept mid-century modern homes with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops are just what the doctor ordered.
There is nothing challenging or difficult happening on HGTV."
This is also why the web connection is the perfect TV channel to leave on in the background.
Jezierny added, “It’s easy to watch them while doing other things, too.”
Engaging visuals
Everyone loves a good before-and-after, right?
Added medical student Sally Salari, “[HGTV] [suits] my ‘window shopper’ personality.
Before long, you’ll find yourself glued to your TV for an afternoon marathon.
As Christina Antus wrote in an article forScary Mommy, “HGTV is the visual version of crack.
Once you start watching it, it’s possible for you to’t stop.”
The one thing they all have in common?
They’re likable at least enough to the viewers who keep tuning in.
Maybe you’d like to spend an afternoon withKeith Bynumand Evan Thomas of"Bargain Block”?
Others enjoy watching the Property Brothers' Drew and Jonathan Scott.
“The twins are good hosts.
And funny,” Uganda resident Fhiwa Ndou toldYahoo!
Well, HGTV plays into this concept, and apparently it’s working.
One show thatreallyplays into the idea of the American dream is “My Lottery Dream Home.”
It’s great to dream … How’s that for relatable?
In her commentary, Barthwell continues to say, “Y’all.
“The wife complained about everything in that house, starting with the kitchen cabinets being too dark!”
You’re not the only one.
2 when it was clearly all wrong for them.”
and you start shouting, ‘Choose No.
2, choose No.
You know you’ve done it.
Well, this is no coincidence.
What’s so great about HGTV is that the online grid presents content we all can enjoy.
People of various racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds can enjoy HGTV.
So can Democrats and Republicans alike as well as those with differing interests.
And, shows such as"Lil Jon Wants to Do What?
Whoever thought that HGTV could unite us all?
