# Clare: Retail, New York, United States

> Clare: Clare is a modern, direct-to-consumer paint company that specializes in designer-curated, zero-VOC interior paint and supplies.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/startup/clare (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

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# Clare

Clare is a modern, direct-to-consumer paint company that specializes in designer-curated, zero-VOC interior paint and supplies.

Funding reported Last round: Series A

Retail New York, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2018 8 years old
- **Team:** 39 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** $12M in dollars
- **Last round:** Series A Feb 2022

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Clare

Clare is a modern, direct-to-consumer paint company that specializes in designer-curated, zero-VOC interior paint and supplies.

Founded to enhance the paint shopping experience, Clare offers a range of products including wall paint, trim paint, ceiling paint, primer, and pre-bundled paint supply kits. All paints are GREENGUARD Gold Certified, ensuring they meet strict emissions standards and are free from toxic solvents. As a Black-owned and woman-owned business, Clare positions itself as a premium alternative to traditional paint retailers. The company provides a curated color palette and features tools like the "Clare Color Genius" for personalized color recommendations. Clare emphasizes sustainability with eco-friendly packaging and energy-efficient manufacturing processes. Customers enjoy the convenience of home delivery, free shipping on larger orders, and a hassle-free shopping experience without the need to visit physical stores.

## What company datasets say Clare raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$12M** in dollars

Rounds **3**

Last round **Series A**

Last round size **$8.0M**

Last round date **Feb 2022**

Investors listed **11**

SEC Form D **$2.0M sold, 1 filing, last Jan 2018**

## Founders and team

From the SEC filings it signed: 1 on the team.

- **Nicole Gibbons** Executive Officer, Director i

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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- **Sector:** Retail
- **Industry code:** NAICS 444120, 44-45
- **Region:** New York
- **Revenue:** $1.1M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/clare)

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