How long does paint take to cure?

[peach]

We painted the nursery on Friday night, and I want to add a band of white running around the room, so I need to tape the walls off.

How soon can I do it? I was planning to wait a week but should I wait longer? I do not want to mess up my freshly painted walls. I cannot remember how long until paint is cured all the way...

[pamela]

It depends on the paint. It should tell you on the can label. A week should be ok. Just don't leave the tape on too long

[simpsongal]

I've done it the day after if I'm working quickly. But you should be fine waiting a week. Just be sure to do one wall at a time.

[kaylie]

A week is good. Also Frogtape makes a yellow version that's made for delicate surfaces (like new paint). You could use that if you want to be extra careful.