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Typically you're looking on waiting 24 hrs between coats under normal humidity. If you have high humidity (above 75) then you should wait anywhere from 36 to 72 hours between coats if you want a problem free follow up coat.

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It takes about a year to fully set but it is dry enough to be painted over after a day or two.

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Depends on the type of paint. With most latex, 4 hours is enough. With oils at least 24 hours, maybe more. - - It ALWAYS says on the can !

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About 20 minutes

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About 2 - 3 days to dry properly.

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