Clean Up and Unmask

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Once the final coat of paint has fully cured and is dry to the touch (this can take several hours to a full day depending on paint type and weather conditions), carefully begin removing all painter's tape, plastic sheeting, and masking paper. It's often best to remove the tape when the paint is still slightly wet (but not tacky enough to smudge) to prevent peeling, or after it's completely dry and cured. Pull painter's tape slowly at a 45-degree angle away from the freshly painted surface for the cleanest lines. Immediately after finishing the painting, clean your airless paint sprayer thoroughly by following the manufacturer's instructions. This typically involves flushing the system with water (for latex paints) or an appropriate cleaning solution (for oil-based paints) until the liquid runs clear. Properly dispose of any leftover paint, cleaning solutions, and used masking materials according to local environmental regulations.

Goal: Remove masking, clean equipment, and finalize the project.