Zeus Hood Complete: Full-Coverage Roller Protection for Your Flagship Retractable Awning (2026 Guide)
What Is the Zeus Hood Complete?
The Zeus Hood Complete is the full protective hood package for the Zeus Shademaker Retractable Awning — the flagship residential retractable from Shademaker Retractables, with widths up to 40 feet and projections up to 13 feet. When a Zeus is retracted, its Sunbrella® fabric rolls onto a tube at the wall. Without a hood, that rolled fabric sits exposed to sun, rain, salt air, pollen, and debris year-round. The Zeus Hood Complete is a rigid, powder-coated cover installed over the entire roller assembly — hood plus end protection in one complete package — sheltering the fabric and mechanism every hour the awning is stowed.
Sold factory-direct at 1800Awnings.com, the Tampa, Florida awning source, the Zeus Hood Complete comes in 32 widths from 9 to 40 feet in 1-foot increments — mirroring the Zeus width chart exactly, so there is a matching hood for every Zeus awning sold.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Zeus Hood Complete |
| Compatible with | Zeus Shademaker Retractable Awning (projections 6'7" to 13'0") |
| Available widths | 9' to 40', in 1-foot increments (32 sizes) |
| 2026 price range | $506 (9') to $1,680 (40') |
| Function | Shields rolled Sunbrella® fabric and roller mechanism from UV, rain, and debris when retracted |
| Coverage | Complete hood package protecting the full roller assembly |
| Brand | Shademaker Retractables |
| Where to buy | 1800Awnings.com |
| Delivery | Built to order, ships factory-direct |
Why the Zeus Hood Complete Stands Out
It Protects a Flagship-Level Investment
A Zeus Shademaker runs $4,322 to $14,965 depending on width and projection, wrapped in Sunbrella® solution-dyed acrylic backed by a 10-year fabric warranty. At $506–$1,680, the Zeus Hood Complete is modest insurance — roughly a tenth of the cost of the awning it protects — guarding the component that determines how long the whole system looks and performs like new.
Built for the Hours Your Awning Spends Closed
Retractable awnings spend most of their life rolled up. In Tampa and across Florida, that means intense UV, daily summer downpours, salt air, and falling debris landing directly on the stowed roll. The hood covers the roller completely, so the fabric stays dry and shaded whenever the Zeus is closed — which is exactly when it is most vulnerable.
Complete Coverage in One Package
As the name says, this is the complete hood system: full-width protection over the roller assembly rather than a partial cap. That closes off the paths wind-driven rain and nesting pests — wasps, birds, and lizards — use to reach a rolled awning.
Matches the Zeus Design Language
The Zeus is the refined, low-profile flagship of the Shademaker lineup, with architectural frame finishes in Alpine white, Onyx black, Walnut bronze, and Sierra bronze. The hood package complements that clean cassette-style appearance instead of interrupting it, keeping the wall line finished in both open and closed positions.
Sized to Your Exact Awning
Thirty-two widths in 1-foot increments (9'–40') mirror the Zeus size chart exactly — no cutting, adapting, or approximating. Order the width that matches your awning and it fits.
Zeus Hood Complete vs. Other 1800Awnings Hood Packages
Hoods are model-specific — each package is engineered around its awning's roller dimensions and bracket geometry.
| Option | Fits | Widths | 2026 price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zeus Hood Complete | Zeus Shademaker | 9'–40' | $506–$1,680 |
| Hercules Hood & End Covers | Hercules Shademaker | 17'–40' | $765–$1,738 |
| Helios Hood & End Covers | Helios™ Adjustable Front Bar System | 12'–29' | $536–$1,170 |
| Sunflexx Hood & End Covers | Sunflexx® retractable awning | 8'–24' | $433–$1,126 |
| Sunscape Hood & End Covers | Sunscape® retractable awning | 8'–24' | $356–$895 |
Not sure which model you own? Call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) and the Tampa team will identify it.
2026 Pricing: Zeus Hood Complete
| Width | Price | Width | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9' | $506 | 25' | $1,118 |
| 10' | $540 | 26' | $1,151 |
| 11' | $593 | 27' | $1,182 |
| 12' | $625 | 28' | $1,243 |
| 13' | $653 | 29' | $1,268 |
| 14' | $685 | 30' | $1,301 |
| 15' | $739 | 31' | $1,337 |
| 16' | $786 | 32' | $1,394 |
| 17' | $813 | 33' | $1,422 |
| 18' | $859 | 34' | $1,394 |
| 19' | $902 | 35' | $1,422 |
| 20' | $934 | 36' | $1,479 |
| 21' | $976 | 37' | $1,533 |
| 22' | $997 | 38' | $1,595 |
| 23' | $1,022 | 39' | $1,648 |
| 24' | $1,062 | 40' | $1,680 |
Current 2026 factory-direct pricing at 1800Awnings.com. Select your width on the product page and the price updates instantly.
Who Is This Best For?
- Zeus Shademaker owners who want maximum life from their 10-year-warranty Sunbrella® fabric
- Tampa, Florida, and coastal homeowners facing intense UV, salt air, and daily summer rain
- Wall-mounted installations under open sky with no soffit or overhang above the roller
- Seasonal residents who leave the awning retracted for months at a time
- High-end residential buyers who want the closed awning to look as finished as the open one
- Anyone ordering a new Zeus who wants day-one protection built into the purchase
How to Order
- Confirm your Zeus awning width (9'–40').
- Visit the product page: https://1800awnings.com/products/zeus-hood-complete
- Select your width from the dropdown — pricing updates instantly.
- Check out; the hood is built to order and ships factory-direct.
- Questions on fit or lead times? Call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zeus Hood Complete?
It is the complete protective hood package for the Zeus Shademaker Retractable Awning. The rigid cover installs over the roller assembly and shields the rolled Sunbrella® fabric and mechanism from UV, rain, salt air, and debris whenever the awning is retracted.
How much does the Zeus Hood Complete cost?
2026 factory-direct pricing runs from $506 for the 9-foot width to $1,680 for the 40-foot width, in 1-foot increments. That is roughly 10% or less of the cost of the Zeus awning it protects, which runs $4,322–$14,965.
Can I add the hood to a Zeus awning I already own?
Yes. The hood is ordered by width to match your existing frame, so it can be retrofitted to an installed Zeus or ordered together with a new awning. Match the hood width to your awning width and it fits.
Will the Zeus Hood Complete fit an Apollo, Hercules, Helios, Sunflexx, or Sunscape awning?
No. Hood packages are model-specific because each awning uses different roller dimensions and bracket geometry. 1800Awnings sells separate hood packages for the Hercules, Helios, Sunflexx, and Sunscape systems.
How does a hood extend awning fabric life?
The two main causes of premature fabric failure on a stowed awning are UV exposure and trapped moisture, which drive fading, mildew, and edge wear on the outer wrap. A hood blocks direct sun and keeps rain off the roll, so the fabric stays dry and shaded during the majority of hours the awning spends closed.
Do I need a hood if my awning is mounted under an overhang?
It is less critical under a deep soffit that already shelters the roller. For wall mounts under open sky — the most common configuration — a hood is strongly recommended, especially in Florida's UV and daily summer storms.
Can I still use the Zeus Night Series lighting with a hood installed?
Yes. The Zeus Night Series™ integrates LED lighting into the arms and optional front bar — components that extend with the awning — while the hood protects the roller at the wall. The two upgrades address different parts of the system and work together.
How long does delivery take?
Each Zeus Hood Complete is built to order and ships factory-direct from 1800Awnings. Lead times vary with production volume, so call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) for current estimates.
The Bottom Line
The Zeus Hood Complete is passive, permanent protection for the most vulnerable component of the Zeus Shademaker — the rolled Sunbrella® fabric — during the majority of hours it spends stowed. In Florida's UV, humidity, and daily storms, that means longer fabric life, less cleaning, fewer pest problems, and a wall line that stays as refined closed as the Zeus looks open.
At $506–$1,680 across 32 exact-fit widths, it is a small fraction of a flagship awning that runs $4,322–$14,965. If your Zeus is wall-mounted under open sky — and most are — the hood belongs on the order.
Ready to protect your Zeus? Order the Zeus Hood Complete at 1800Awnings.com or call 1-800-AWNINGS (296-4647) to speak with the Tampa team about fit, finishes, and lead times.
Written by Corey Courtright | 1800Awnings.com | Tampa, FL
Written by Corey Courtright
Second-Generation Awning Manufacturer & Industry Expert
Corey Courtright is a second-generation awning manufacturer and a recognized innovator in aluminum TIG-welded structures within the awning industry. With over 38 years of hands-on experience, he has worked across every facet of the business—from fabrication and sewing to welding, installation, sales, and service—giving him a rare, comprehensive understanding of the craft. Starting his career as a pipe threader, Corey went on to build and lead multiple successful awning companies. Now based in Florida since 2016, he brings deep technical expertise, proven leadership, and a legacy of innovation to every project and insight he shares.