Outdoor Living Guides & Tips

Hercules Aluminum Torsion Bar Upgrade: Corrosion-Resistant Strength for Large-Span Retractable Awnings (2026 Guide)

The Hercules Aluminum Torsion Bar Upgrade replaces the standard torsion bar on the Hercules Shademaker retractable awning with a corrosion-resistant aluminum bar, sized for widths from 17 to 40 feet. Pricing runs from $536 to $1,259 depending on width. Here's what it does, who needs it, and how to order it from 1800Awnings.com in Tampa, FL.

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Sunscape® Motor Options Explained: Which Somfy RTS Motor Is Right for Your Retractable Awning? (2026 Guide)

The Sunscape® retractable awning can be upgraded from manual crank to one-touch motorized operation with three factory Somfy RTS CMO motor options — 35 Nm, 50 Nm, and 60 Nm — priced from $665.24 to $806.35. This guide explains what each motor does, how to choose the right torque for your awning size, and why every option keeps a manual override for...

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