10 Signs You're Addicted To HGTV
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10 Signs You're Addicted To HGTV

The important thing to remember is that you're not alone.

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10 Signs You're Addicted To HGTV
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HGTV, or the Home & Garden television network, is the greatest thing to have ever graced a television screen. Full of shows dedicated to home remodeling, renovation, and decorating, it's the definition of wholesome, time-wasting fun. For those of you who are as addicted as I am to the amazing lineup, I'm here to tell you you're not alone. Without further ado, here are the 10 definitive ways to tell you are addicted to HGTV.

1. Your #relationshipgoals are Chip and Joanna Gaines, not anything you find on those Twitter accounts.

The idea that anyone could see these two and their marriage and not immediately want their farm, four little kids, and adorable banter is completely preposterous.


2. You end up fanatically rooting for a house in "House Hunters" and get really agitated when they clearly make the wrong choice.

Of course they would go with the Cape Cod style, but you know deep down they're really Tudor-style people. It's a shame they don't know it.


3. You always hate those people that go on renovation shows and then complain about everything… before it’s done.

You're right, there is a hole in the wall, but that's why it's a renovation and not an as-is house. If you wanted a perfect house, go on "Real Housewives."


4. You have had genuine arguments with people about which Property Brother is more talented (we all have a favorite).

Drew and Jonathan, though both seemingly perfect human beings, have their strengths and their weaknesses. Duking it out with a friend over contracting versus design skills is a never-ending battle.


5. You’ve made excuses to stay in on weekends and avoid perfectly fun activities with friends just to binge watch an HGTV show.

The number of times I've had "way too much homework" to go out is astounding. "Way too much homework," of course, being three seasons of "House Hunters International."


6. You hate all other DIY and home improvement shows on other networks -- other than "Rehab Addict." And when you do watch it, you just pretend it’s an HGTV show. Anything else? Biden says it best:

The fact that Vanilla Ice has a home improvement show is a travesty to the entire DIY show industry.


7. You’ve considered redoing your entire dorm room/house but then realize you have no money.

You probably just spent your last 20 dollars on food to eat during your binge, so you won't be hitting up the antique store anytime soon.


8. You’ve spent hours of your life looking through homes for sale online in your area (and not in your area).

A new house for sale up the road? You already know it's five bedrooms, three baths, in-ground pool, spacious living area, and finished basement. It's a true skill.


9. You find ways to justify your hours-long marathons. It could be so much worse!

You consistently feel the need to validate your HGTV obsession both to yourself and to others. It's working too; I'm convinced it's totally normal.


10. Chances are, you’re probably the mom of the group. Hey, there are worse things to be.

You're probably the one everyone turns to for practical advice, cold medicine, and a good hug. Those things seem to go well in a warm home, and luckily, now you know how to decorate one.

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