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Retooled Home Improvement Shows Feed Ratings With Glamour
The evolution from plain carpenters to glamorous hosts marks a surge in remodeling and renovating programs. ABC's Extreme Makeover and TLC's Trading Spaces boosted fame for Ty Pennington while female carpenters like Amy Wynn Pastor and Norma Valley gain prominence on networks such as HGTV. Pinup carpentry and stylish staging drive viewer attention alongside clever renovations.
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