Correcting botched paintwork: once cured or ASAP?

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Hi everyone!

We've had some disappointing paintwork from our decorator (pics attached)

I'm hoping it's down to rushing rather than lack of ability, and that he can put things right

My understanding is that paint can take several weeks to fully cure, and that sanding, touching up or repainting too soon can make things worse.

However, our decorator wants to come back within a week, while the paint is still relatively fresh.

In case like these, is it generally better to rectify defects while the paint is fresh, or wait until it's fully cured?

Interested to hear from the experts! Thanks!
 

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Some masq purple masking would of improved lines greatly.
Plastic razor scraper and Pretty boy paint remover (water based) get that mess off floor and windows. Id start now.
Test areas first with paint remover.
Oil based paint you will need to give it 3+ weeks. Going to be harder to remove though. Low price and rushing the problem? Looks like a amateur job though
 

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