Hi David, thank you for your review. I'm so sorry to hear about the trouble you experienced, especially compared to similar products you've used in the past. Our Urethane Alkyd Enamel should provide a self-leveling finish that is dry to the touch in about 2-4 hours and is completely cured after 7 days. To achieve the best results, apply thin coats following the recommended spread rate. To fix the issue, I recommend allowing for additional dry time. You can also introduce more ventilation to help speed that up before touching up any of the affected areas. Please feel free to reach out to us directly so we can learn more about your project and assist. We look forward to hearing from you! -Lina