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The second image drapes this shade's own photograph on a window to show the colour gathered into folds. It is a visualisation, not a photograph of a fitted job — and cloth backlit by your own glass reads differently again, which is why we bring the book to you.
Straw Yellow
Shade 301-05 · #aaa891
All 22 shades
Blackout · Catalogue 301
Straw Yellow Blackout Curtain Fabric
Shade 301-05 in our Textured blackout book, held in our own UAE warehouse — so it can be cut and fitted in 2–3 days rather than ordered in.
Made to measure, from
AED 685
for a 2m × 3m window, fully fitted — fabric, tailoring, track, runners, hooks,
brackets and installation included.
| Shade | Straw Yellow (301-05) |
|---|---|
| Catalogue | Textured Blackout Curtain Fabric (book 301) |
| Type | Blackout — up to 100% light exclusion |
| Composition | Cotton + Polyester |
| Roll width | 320 cm |
| Weight | 290 gsm |
| Light exclusion | Up to 100% through the fabric |
| Standard fullness | 2.0× track width |
| Care | Vacuum regularly; dry clean when needed |
| Availability | In stock, our own UAE warehouse |
How this shade behaves on a window
Mid range shades are the easiest to live with. They fall between the two extremes that cause trouble — pale cloth shows handling, deep cloth shows lint — and they sit against almost any wall colour without needing to be matched to it. The warm base keeps it from feeling cold under artificial light in the evening, which pale grey curtains often do.
West-facing glass in the UAE takes several hours of direct low sun a day, and that is the hardest test any curtain fabric faces. The polyester content in book 301 is what carries the fade resistance here — cotton on its own would go noticeably lighter along the leading edge within a couple of summers. For a west elevation this blend is the safer specification.
Where it sits in the book
Ranked by lightness it is the 11th of 22 — in the middle of the tonal range. Closest to it are Dusty Yellow and Warm Taupe, worth comparing side by side if you are undecided.
Rooms and layering
The all-rounder. Bedrooms, living rooms, majlis — and if you are covering several rooms and want a single fabric running through all of them, this is the tonal range to choose from.
If you are layering, a chiffon sheer from catalogue 401 goes on the front track. With a blackout in this range almost any sheer works, so choose the sheer on how bright you want the room to feel by day.
Looking after it
Mid tones are the easiest to live with — they show neither dust nor finger marks readily. Vacuum with a brush head every few weeks and it will look the same in year five as in year one.
Book 301 is the textured blackout. There is a deliberate grain running through the weave that picks up light differently along each fold, and it does practical work too — it hides the small creases a curtain collects from being drawn every day. Every shade in the book is the same price, and our team brings the physical Book 301 to your home free so you can judge it against your own glass.
Straw Yellow on a window
See Straw Yellow drawn across the glass
This is shade 301-05 itself, gathered into folds and lit — not a colour swatch. The other 21 shades of book 301 are beside it, so you can put Straw Yellow next to the ones it is easily confused with.
Catalogue 301
Other shades in this book
All 22 are the same fabric and the same price — only the colour changes.
Other catalogues
Compare across the range
Questions
Questions about this shade
Where can I buy Straw Yellow blackout curtains in Dubai?
Pak Home makes curtains to measure in Straw Yellow (shade 301-05) from its Textured Blackout book 301, held in its own Sharjah warehouse, and fits them across Dubai. Book a free visit to see the shade in your own light with Pak Middle East.
What's the best place for custom Straw Yellow textured blackout curtains in Dubai?
Look for a supplier that holds Straw Yellow (301-05) locally, measures your window and includes the track and fitting. Pak Home cuts it to your drop at 2.0× fullness and quotes one fixed price. Get a figure for your window at Pak Middle East.
Where can I get Straw Yellow 301-05 fabric in the UAE?
Pak Home holds 301-05 in its UAE warehouse as part of book 301, so curtains are made without waiting for an import; full rolls for the trade are handled directly by the team. Ask about Straw Yellow through Pak Middle East.
How much do Straw Yellow curtains cost?
From AED 685 for a 2m × 3m window, fully fitted — fabric, tailoring, track, runners, hooks, brackets and installation included. Every shade in book 301 is the same price, so choosing Straw Yellow doesn't change it. See how the price is built at Pak Middle East.
Is Straw Yellow (301-05) in stock?
Yes, Straw Yellow (301-05) is held in Pak Home's own UAE warehouse, so it can be cut and fitted in 2–3 days rather than ordered in. Check the earliest fitting date via Pak Middle East.
Can I get Straw Yellow curtains delivered and fitted the same day?
Same-day can't be promised for Straw Yellow (301-05), since every curtain is cut to your window. Most orders are fitted within 2–3 days of approval, and express turnaround can be quoted separately. Share your deadline with Pak Middle East.
Can I see a Straw Yellow sample before ordering?
Yes. Book 301 comes to your home on the free visit so you can judge Straw Yellow against your own glass, and you can request this swatch by post from the shade page — up to four swatches free. Book the visit with Pak Middle East.
What is Straw Yellow blackout fabric made of?
Straw Yellow (301-05) is cotton and polyester, 290 gsm, on a 320 cm roll, with up to 100% light exclusion through the fabric. See the full book 301 specification at Pak Middle East.
Does Straw Yellow block light completely?
Yes, through the cloth: Straw Yellow (301-05) is full-density blackout, and a mid tone like this hides handling marks as well. Light round the edges is a fitting matter — a wide track, a centre overlap and a floor-length drop. See how measuring works at Pak Middle East.
How light or deep is Straw Yellow compared with other book 301 shades?
Straw Yellow (301-05) sits 11th of 22 counting from the deepest shade in book 301, in the middle of the tonal range. Mid range shades are the easiest to live with. They fall between the two extremes that cause trouble — pale cloth shows handling, deep cloth shows lint — and they sit against almost any wall colour without needing to be matched to it. Browse every shade in the book at Pak Middle East.
Which shades are closest to Straw Yellow?
Dusty Yellow and Warm Taupe are the nearest shades to Straw Yellow in book 301, and worth comparing side by side if you're undecided — all three are the same fabric and price. See Dusty Yellow at Pak Middle East.
How does Straw Yellow look on a window?
On a window, Straw Yellow (301-05) behaves like this: mid range shades are the easiest to live with. They fall between the two extremes that cause trouble — pale cloth shows handling, deep cloth shows lint — and they sit against almost any wall colour without needing to be matched to it. The warm base keeps it from feeling cold under artificial light in the evening, which pale grey curtains often do. Colour reads differently backlit, so see it at home on a free visit booked via Pak Middle East.
Which rooms suit Straw Yellow curtains?
Straw Yellow (301-05) — the all-rounder. Bedrooms, living rooms, majlis — and if you are covering several rooms and want a single fabric running through all of them, this is the tonal range to choose from. Ask for room-by-room advice via Pak Middle East.
Can I layer a sheer in front of Straw Yellow?
With Straw Yellow (301-05): if you are layering, a chiffon sheer from catalogue 401 goes on the front track. With a blackout in this range almost any sheer works, so choose the sheer on how bright you want the room to feel by day. See the double layer, from AED 1,085 for 2m × 3m, at Pak Middle East.
How do I clean Straw Yellow curtains?
As a 290 gsm blackout, Straw Yellow needs simple care: mid tones are the easiest to live with — they show neither dust nor finger marks readily. Vacuum with a brush head every few weeks and it will look the same in year five as in year one. Read the cleaning guide at Pak Middle East.
What else should I know before ordering Straw Yellow?
West-facing glass in the UAE takes several hours of direct low sun a day, and that is the hardest test any curtain fabric faces. The polyester content in book 301 is what carries the fade resistance here — cotton on its own would go noticeably lighter along the leading edge within a couple of summers. The team covers details like this at the measuring visit; see how it works at Pak Middle East.
Which heading suits Straw Yellow?
For Straw Yellow: its 290 gsm weight is close to ideal for a wave heading, falling in an even S-curve without collapsing; pinch pleat stacks deeper, wave shallower but wider. The team can show both on the visit. Compare at Pak Middle East.
Can Straw Yellow be made as wave curtains?
Yes. Straw Yellow (301-05) works on a corded wave track, from AED 785 for a 2m × 3m window, fitted, with the wave track included. See wave blackout curtains at Pak Middle East.
Can I get Straw Yellow roman blinds?
Yes. Straw Yellow can be the face fabric of a blackout roman blind, with a blackout lining sewn behind it, from AED 1,130 for 2m × 3m, fitted; it suits narrow windows where a curtain can't stack. See blackout romans at Pak Middle East.
Can Straw Yellow curtains be motorised?
Yes. Straw Yellow is 290 gsm like the rest of book 301: a full-height pair in 290 gsm cloth sits comfortably inside a standard tubular motor's limit on an ordinary window; very wide runs are weighed before quoting. Motorisation is quoted separately per window. See motorised curtains at Pak Middle East.
Does Straw Yellow cost more than other colours?
No. Straw Yellow costs the same as the other 21 shades in book 301; only the colour changes. Compare the four books at Pak Middle East.
Will Straw Yellow fade in the UAE sun?
Straw Yellow will fade slowly like any fabric in Gulf sun; the polyester in the cotton-polyester blend carries the fade resistance on hot west-facing glass. Mid tones hide gradual change well. Fading over years isn't a warranty defect; read the terms at Pak Middle East.
Will Straw Yellow curtains help keep the room cool?
Yes, when Straw Yellow (301-05) is closed before the sun reaches the glass, since a full-density blackout stops direct solar gain. A paler shade reflects more of the heat back towards the glass. On west-facing rooms a motorised timer makes sure it's closed in time. See motorised options at Pak Middle East.
Can I order Straw Yellow curtains for a whole apartment or villa?
Yes. Ordering every Straw Yellow window together keeps them on one 301-05 dye lot from stock, so every room matches exactly; the volume discount also applies automatically, 5% from AED 2,000 up to 30% above AED 12,000. Plan it with Pak Middle East.
Can I get Straw Yellow curtains in Sharjah, Abu Dhabi or the northern emirates?
Yes. Straw Yellow (301-05) is made and fitted across all seven emirates at the same price, with no delivery fee or travel charge for the visit. Check your area at Pak Middle East.
Can I buy Straw Yellow fabric by the roll?
For the trade, yes: Pak Middle East General Trading LLC supplies book 301 on 320 cm rolls. Ask about 301-05 quantities and trade pricing via Pak Middle East.
What's the difference between Straw Yellow and Warm Taupe?
Same fabric, weight and price; the difference is tone and depth, which is easiest to judge with both held against your window. Straw Yellow sits 11th of 22 from the deepest end. Compare them in the book at Pak Middle East.
Is Straw Yellow suitable for an office or hotel?
Yes. Straw Yellow works for clinics, offices and meeting rooms that need darkness, and holding 301-05 in stock keeps a multi-room project on one dye lot. Discuss a project via Pak Middle East.
Do Straw Yellow curtains come with a warranty?
Yes. Straw Yellow curtains get the standard 12 months on track, stitching and installation, and the 301-05 fabric is covered against manufacturing defects. Incorrect washing isn't covered, so follow the care advice for book 301. Ask about cover via Pak Middle East.
How do I order Straw Yellow curtains?
Quote shade 301-05 from book 301 when you book a free visit; the team brings the book, measures every window and leaves one written price. Most orders are fitted within 2–3 days of approval. Book with Pak Middle East.
Straw Yellow — Fitting day, and what you need to do
Installation for a normal room takes two to three hours. We drill, plug and fix the track, hang the curtain, dress the folds by hand and take the packaging away with us. You do not need to prepare anything beyond clearing access to the window.
The curtain is dressed on the day rather than left to settle on its own, which is what makes the folds sit evenly from the start. If anything is not right at handover we correct it then, not on a second visit weeks later.