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Article: Why TV's DIY pioneer just can't stand the makeover shows he invented; Now 80, the star of television's first home improvement show is planning his next project.
- Article from:
- The Mail on Sunday (London, England)
- Article date:
- July 25, 2004
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Byline: DUNCAN FARMER
When Harry Greene demonstrated Dulux's new range of colour paints on television, demand for them was spectacular. But what was remarkable about Harry's achievement was that it was 1959 and the millions of viewers seduced by the pinks and purples he was splashing around were watching it on black-and-white televisions.
In the world of DIY, Harry, a jovial Welshman, has been king for almost 50 years - as a TV presenter, consultant and author. He has also been the builder of choice for dozens of celebrities, from Barbara Windsor and Toyah Wilcox to Paul McKenna and Max Bygraves.
In spite of this hectic career, which shows no ...
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