Lemonade

  • $77 Gallon
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Rated 4.8 out of 5
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A cheerful, refreshing, and light lemony yellow, inspired by the summer drink. And also possibly by our favorite musical artist 🐝

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

Lemonade is included in the Sunset Shades Swatch Kit.

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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.

Lemonade is a cheerful, light lemony yellow that reads fresh and sunny without being loud. The warm undertone keeps the lemon quality bright rather than cool or greenish, giving it the kind of citrusy warmth that makes a room feel like summer arrived. Reviewers describe it as the perfect blend of bright with a touch of pale, which captures exactly what LRV 67 delivers at the lighter end of the warm yellow spectrum.

At an LRV of 67, Lemonade reflects a generous amount of light and lifts and energizes a room rather than settling deeply into it. That quality makes it work especially well in smaller or lower-light spaces where a cheerful brightness is the goal. One reviewer used it in a powder room and said the space had no personality until Lemonade gave it one. Another used it in a dining room and said it brightened the room noticeably. Buyers expecting a deeper or more saturated yellow should note the LRV — Golden Hour at LRV 56 goes richer and more golden.

The warm base pairs naturally with warm whites and creamy off-whites on trim, natural wood, and warm metals. Whipped or Timeless on trim keeps the palette soft and cohesive. Lemonade works in powder rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and entryways where a bright, cheerful yellow with summer energy is the goal. For something richer and more deeply golden, Golden Hour adds warmth and depth. For a mellow mustard direction, Good as Gold goes considerably deeper.

Best for: Powder rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, entryways, accent walls

Pairs best with: Whipped (warm white trim), Timeless (off-white trim), Like Buttah (warm cream complement), Golden Hour (richer yellow companion)

Color family: Yellow (lemon/citrus)

Undertone detail: Warm; keeps the lemon quality bright and clean rather than cool or greenish-yellow

LRV interpretation: 67, a high, light-reflective value that lifts and brightens rooms. This is a genuinely light yellow. Buyers who want more depth should consider Golden Hour at LRV 56

Lighting guidance: Natural daylight: bright and fresh, lemon quality reads fully. Warm or low light: holds its warmth and cheerfulness with a slightly richer feel

Finish recommendation: Eggshell for walls; Semi-Gloss for trim and doors for clean, dimensional contrast

Complementary Clare colors: Whipped, Timeless, Like Buttah, Golden Hour, High Vibe

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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 Lemonade look in natural light vs. artificial light?

Lemonade holds its cheerful, warm lemon character across lighting conditions. In bright, natural daylight, the warm undertone comes forward and the yellow reads fresh, bright, and citrusy. Under warm incandescent or LED lighting in the evening, the color deepens very slightly and reads a touch richer, though it stays clearly in light lemon territory throughout. One important note on expectations: at LRV 67, Lemonade is a genuinely light color. Buyers hoping for a deeper, more saturated yellow should try Golden Hour before committing. Sampling in the actual space is always recommended, which is why Clare offers peel-and-stick swatches.

How does Lemonade compare to other similar Clare shades?

For shades adjacent to Lemonade, consider Golden Hour, which reads warmer, richer, and more deeply golden at LRV 56, or Good as Gold, which goes into mellow mustard territory at LRV 37. Both step up considerably in depth and warmth. Lemonade is the lightest and freshest of the Clare yellows, sitting closest to a true lemon rather than a golden or mustard yellow. Clare's peel-and-stick swatches make it easy to compare these warm yellows side by side in your space before committing.

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.

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.

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For small bedrooms, high-LRV colors (LRV 55 and above) open up the space and make it feel larger. Clare On Point, Whipped and Timeless all work well in smaller bedrooms. Soft warm neutrals in the greige and warm beige families add coziness without closing the space in. For small bedrooms where drama is the goal, low-LRV colors like Deep Dive or Current Mood work beautifully when balanced with strong light sources and light-colored furnishings.
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Reviewed by Christina H.
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Perfect shade of cheerful yellow

Our powder room didn’t have a personality till I found this shade of yellow. Lemonade speaks to me of summertime, and bees.

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Beautiful

Love the color. It's the perfect blend of bright with a touch of pale yellow. Thank you Clare!

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Bursts of yellow!

Absolutely love the color…perfect!! It excludes a warm & welcoming feeling….so very cool! Can’t wait for to see it!

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Lemonade

It is perfect. Looks just like the swatch and brightens up the dining room so much!

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I was hoping it would be darker. I’m going to give it a second coat.

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