This mini blind is more durable compared with vinyl blind. This 1-inch window blind is made with 6-gauge aluminum which is sturdy and lightweight. The blind is also scratch and kink resistant. It comes with quality steel headrail, double slat valance, box brackets and child proof tassels. The maximum width is 120 inches. The available slat color options are alabaster, bronze, gloss white, crème de la crème, vanilla and flex white. This blind is quite a steal for only $39.00 at blinds.com.

Exterior Sheerweave Solar Shade:

Give your home a chic and modern look with this sun shade which has a 5 percent openness factor. The solar shade has a decorative design and glare-blocking and insulating applications. The shade requires a non-directional and private fabric. The shade is made of fiberglass yarn that is PVC-coated. The available colors are white, white bone, white platinum, bone, charcoal gray, old bronze and charcoal/chestnut. Buy this shade at blinds.com for only $57.00.

Builders Edge Pair of 15 In. x 60 In. 028 Forest Green Louvered Shutters:

This shutter is the best replacement to your old shutters. It is designed with an attractive wood-grain texture to give a wood-like appearance minus the hassle of wood maintenance. This shutter is made of copolymer with molded-through color for durability and resistance to scratch, fade or flake. The available dimensions are 14 inches long by 12 inches by 15 inches wide. This louvered shutter with model number 010140060028 is available for only $40.50 at homedepot.com.

P1 - Mid-America Custom Raised Panel Vinyl Shutters - Classic Style:

This raised panel exterior shutter may be custom designed to suit your needs and specifications. This shutter is made of 00 percent vinyl. It is finished in textured wood grain, easy to handle and lightweight. It will not crack, rot, mold or split. The available colors are paintable, white, wedgewood blue, clay, federal brown musket brown, light grey, tuxedo grey, cream, burgundy red, forest green, wineberry, midnight blue, midnight green and Bordeaux. Go to shuttercontractor.com if you want to buy this shutter for only $62.26.

Builders Edge 15 In. x 55 In. Wineberry 078 Louvered Shutters:

This shutter has the appearance of wood without the trouble associated for its maintenance and care. This shutter is made of durable copolymer with molded-through colors. You can install this shutter on almost all surfaces—vinyl, brick, wood, stucco or fiber cement. It comes with eight Easy-Lok fasteners for ease of installation. The available dimensions are 14 inches long by 12 inches by 15 inches wide. To clean, just use a mild detergent and hose off. This shutter with model number 010140055078 retails at $37.50 at homedepot.com.

Any contemporary or modern home will benefit by installing this exterior window shades. It will instantly update the exterior look of your home. Keep in mind though that prices vary depending on retailers and options.