This is a bandhanwar for the main door with Shri Ganesh's name written across it. The red band reads Shubh, Shri Ganeshaya Namah, Labh in embroidered Devanagari, with swastiks between the words, so the first thing anyone sees at your entrance is an invocation to Ganpati Bappa.

Below the lettering, embroidered paisleys with peacock heads meet at an Om medallion in the centre. Strings of pearls and green beads swing beneath it, and bright tassels in pink, blue, yellow, green and red finish the lower edge. It measures about 90 cm across.

Why Shri Ganeshaya Namah on the door

Ganesh is worshipped first, before any other puja begins, and the doorway is where every arrival and every new beginning starts. Writing his name over the threshold, with Shubh (auspiciousness) and Labh (gain) on either side, is a way of asking that whatever comes through that door comes well.

That is why this style is hung for Diwali and Lakshmi Puja, for Ganesh Chaturthi, and on the day of a Grah Pravesh, and then often left up all year.

Key details

• About 90 cm wide: sized for a standard single door frame.
• Embroidered lettering: Shubh, Shri Ganeshaya Namah and Labh in red and yellow thread, with swastik motifs.
• Om centre: an embroidered Om medallion edged with small stones.
• Peacock paisleys: pink, green and gold embroidery either side of the centre.
• Bead swags and tassels: pearl and green bead strings, plus a full row of multicolour tassels.
• Fabric hanging loops: on the top edge, so it goes straight onto nails or hooks.
• Packed in a plain polybag.

For homes in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman

Most UAE apartments have a single front door opening onto a shared corridor, and a 90 cm bandhanwar fits that frame without hanging over the edges. Two small adhesive hooks at the loops are enough on a painted or wooden frame, so there is nothing to drill in a rented flat.

We deliver across the UAE, and at AED 75 this qualifies for free delivery. For the rest of your festive door and mandir, browse our Diwali range. If you want the same Ganesh blessing in a more colourful style, see the Ganesh bandhanwar with pom-poms.

Questions people ask

What does the writing on it say?

Shubh on the left, Shri Ganeshaya Namah in the middle and Labh on the right. Shri Ganeshaya Namah means "salutations to Lord Ganesh".

What size is it?

About 90 cm from end to end, which suits a standard single door. On a wide double door it sits centred above the frame.

How do I hang it?

There are fabric loops along the top edge. Hang them on small nails, cup hooks or adhesive hooks.

Is it only for Diwali?

No. With Ganesh's name on it, it suits Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, a Grah Pravesh or a wedding house, and many families leave it up all year.

Which way up does it go?

Lettering at the top, tassels hanging down, with Shubh on your left as you face the door from outside.

How do I clean it?

Dust it with a soft dry brush or shake it out gently. Do not machine wash it, as the embroidery, beads and tassels can come loose.

Is it a good housewarming gift?

Yes. A Ganesh bandhanwar is one of the most traditional gifts for a new home, and it arrives ready to hang.

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