<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[phaeaxbuild.com.au]]></title><description><![CDATA[PhaeaxBuild.com.au]]></description><link>https://www.phaeaxbuild.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:49:51 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.phaeaxbuild.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Budget a Kitchen Renovation Without Blowouts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to budget kitchen renovation costs in Melbourne, set priorities, allow contingencies and make sound choices that protect your home and budget.]]></description><link>https://www.phaeaxbuild.com.au/post/how-to-budget-a-kitchen-renovation-without-blowouts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a87b652a474e2c461fa60a0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:22:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/86c796_46c7cd14bdca4dd78e5884502bbf3990~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kosta Leka</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deck Resurfacing Versus Full Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deck resurfacing versus full replacement: learn how deck condition, structure, costs and long-term plans shape the right choice for your Melbourne home.]]></description><link>https://www.phaeaxbuild.com.au/post/deck-resurfacing-versus-full-replacement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a853f808cfa01baa5a26538</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:30:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/86c796_ab387cf1294c45e0921e728719918397~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kosta Leka</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Design Outdoor Decking That Works]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to design outdoor decking for Melbourne homes, with practical advice on layout, materials, drainage, permits and long-term comfort year round.]]></description><link>https://www.phaeaxbuild.com.au/post/how-to-design-outdoor-decking-that-works</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a82a2e740f3daf10ba6ec27</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:57:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/86c796_1b1d78120fb9468da058b9cbd2227660~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kosta Leka</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does a Pergola Add Home Value in Melbourne?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does a pergola add home value? 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