1 Packages can be up to 165 inches (419 cm) in length and girth combined. 2  Packages can be up to 108 inches (270 cm) in length.  Packages with a large size-to-weight ratio require special pricing and dimensional weight calculations.
Quick Answer. Latex, or water-based paint, may take up to 30 days to fully cure. Fresh latex paint should be allowed to cure for at least 14 days before wiping or washing to prevent damage to the paint finish. Continue Reading.
For a paint to be considered dry, enough solvents must evaporate so it feels dry to the touch. Paint doesnât cure, or reach maximum hardness, until days after the paint is dry. Oil-based paints cure faster (in about 7 days) than latex paints (in about 30 days). latex paint is usually dry to the touch in about an hour, and you can safely recoat in 4 hours. However, the labels on all paint cans specify the dry and recoat times for that particular paint, so be sure to read the manufacturerâs directions for exact times. 2. Application of Paint.