To add to the questionâs complexity, tongue protrusion can signify one thing in one culture and the opposite in another. This body language quirk is fascinating because of how variable its connotations can be. Exploring the subject on the Internet, I could find no definitive explanation of it.
Walls have a semigloss paint on them. 24 hours is enough time in most situations. As long as the drywall mud is dry then you can prime and paint. Pay special attention to the corners. This area will take the longest to dry. To help shorten the dry time open up some windows and run a fan.
Your time estimates are over the top. The polyester putty I use dries completely solid in 10 minutes. I can sand and carve it around 10 minutes from mixing it depending on the ratio of hardener to putty I use. Milliput, which I've used for years, again takes no way near 24-48 hours to cure.