Current Mood

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For those who aren’t afraid to bring the drama. A mysterious, moody green that’s intense and alluring all at once.

Current Mood Gallons are available in both Wall Paint (Eggshell) and Trim Paint (Semi-gloss). Not sure yet? Sample it first with our Peel & Stick Swatches.

Current Mood is included in the Dream Greens Swatch Kit.

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Ultra Low Odor
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Our zero VOC, GREENGUARD Gold certified Wall Paint and Trim Paint is 100% acrylic, self-priming, applies easily, covers in fewer coats and dries to a durable, mildew-resistant finish that washes with ease.

Current Mood is a deep, moody green that brings real drama and depth. This is Clare's signature dark green, a rich, mysterious shade that manages to feel both bold and peaceful, which is why so many people reach for it when they want a color that makes a statement without shouting. The cool undertone keeps it sophisticated and modern rather than warm or forest-cabin.

At an LRV of 16, Current Mood is a genuinely deep color that reads even richer on the wall than it does on the chip, wrapping a room in an enveloping, intentional feel. In bright, natural light, its green character comes through most clearly. In lower or evening light, it deepens toward a near-black green that feels cozy and dramatic. As a deep color, plan for two coats for the fullest, most even richness.

The cool base pairs beautifully with crisp and warm whites, natural wood, brass, and soft neutrals, making it as effective across a full room as it is on a single accent wall. For anyone who loves the mood but wants less depth, its lighter sister shade Mellow Mood delivers the same cool gray-green character in a softer, more forgiving value. Current Mood works in bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, home offices, powder rooms, and accent walls where a cozy, confident statement is the goal. It is also a favorite contrast partner for lighter Clare neutrals and greens. For trim, run Snow Day or Timeless alongside it to sharpen the depth.
Best for: Bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, home offices, powder rooms, accent walls

Pairs best with: Snow Day (cool white trim), Timeless (off-white), natural wood accents, brass hardware

Color family: Green (dark green)

Undertone detail: Cool; keeps the green sophisticated and modern rather than warm or forest-cabin

LRV interpretation: 16, a deep, light-absorbing value that reads rich and enveloping. Plan for two coats for full richness

Lighting guidance: Bright light: clearest green character. Low or evening light: deepens toward a cozy near-black green

Finish recommendation: Eggshell for walls; Semi-Gloss for trim, doors, and cabinets for a crisp, high-contrast boundary

Complementary Clare colors: Snow Day, Timeless, Mellow Mood, Daily Greens, Field Trip

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Our Wall and Trim paint is suited for a variety of interior surfaces. Create dimension by pairing eggshell walls with semi-gloss trim for a sophisticated look that’s totally designer-approved.

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(Perfect Eggshell finish)

A beautiful, barely-there sheen.

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Walls but works for any interior surface.

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(Subtle Semi-gloss finish)

A subtly radiant sheen.

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Trim, doors, cabinets and high-use areas like mudrooms.

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How does Current Mood look in natural light vs. artificial light?

Current Mood shifts noticeably between natural and artificial light. In bright, natural daylight, its green character reads clearest and most alive. Under lower or evening light, it deepens toward a rich, near-black green that feels cozy and dramatic. Reviewers consistently note it reads even deeper and richer on the wall than expected, so sampling in the actual space before committing to a full gallon is recommended, which is why Clare offers peel-and-stick swatches.

How does Current Mood compare to other similar Clare shades?

For shades adjacent to Current Mood, start with Mellow Mood, its lighter sister in the same cool gray-green family, made for anyone who wants the same mood with less depth. In other directions, Daily Greens reads warmer and mossier, and Field Trip is a clearer, classic forest green. For a deep, moody alternative that shifts to blue, Nearly Navy offers a rich navy in the same dramatic spirit. Clare's peel-and-stick swatches make it easy to compare these tones side by side in your space before committing.

How many coats does Clare paint require?

Clare paint is formulated to provide excellent coverage in two coats. For painting over an existing color that is lighter than the new shade, one coat may suffice. Clare paint is self-priming, so a separate primer coat is typically not required on previously painted surfaces in good condition.

What is the best way to choose between similar paint colors?

Sampling in the actual room is the single most reliable way to choose between similar colors. Paint colors shift depending on the room's light exposure, ceiling height, furnishings, and flooring. Clare's peel-and-stick swatches allow direct comparison of multiple colors on the wall without the mess of traditional paint samples. Observe each swatch at different times of day and under both natural and artificial light before making a final decision.

What does LRV mean, and how does it affect paint color selection?

LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value. It measures how much light a paint color reflects on a scale from 0 (absolute black, absorbs all light) to 100 (pure white, reflects all light). Colors with higher LRV values make rooms feel brighter and more open; colors with lower LRV values feel richer and more dramatic. As a general guideline, LRV 50 and above works well in most rooms and lighting conditions. For rooms with limited natural light, prioritizing colors with LRV 55 or higher helps maintain a bright, welcoming feel.
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Love it!

Perfect dark green, peaceful feeling.

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Current Mood went on nicely and it is even richer than what I thought. It is great!

The paint arrived with a bag around it which was treat because we live at a higher elevation and the safety clips be came warped as the can adjusted to the altitude and the bag prevented the paint from getting everywhere on .

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The color of the century!

Whomever created this shade was a moody genius :-) First of all, Clare paint is of exceptional quality. I have also used clay and mineral paints and natural color washes (natural building materials) and Clare comes very close to these products while still being paint. Nearly no odor, fast drying, and the pigment depth and color hue is just beautiful. I have been surrounded by this color at my work studio, and now that I am moving to my own studio I can't live without it so I am doing accent walls in my new space and also plan on painting my bathrooms and accent walls in this color at home. Slightly obsessed!

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