With a few test runs of printed ceiling tiles under our belt, we decided to take the next step and print and full image over the approximately 30 ceiling tiles in our break room.  After bringing down each ceiling tile one by one and running it through our FB500 printer, each tile was repositioned in its respective place, creating one big picture.  The image we decided on was a full cityscape with tall buildings rising into a blue sky. Some of the tiles were used for color testing, and a few new ceiling tiles replaced the ones that were eventually discarded in testing.  Having worked with both new and existing tiles, sign fabricator Rich W. noted that using new tiles to print ceiling graphics was a much better option.  "The old tiles had dust settled into them, and after running them through the printer, I had to spend a few extra hours cleaning out the machine.  Working with new tiles was much easier." What makes a good ceiling graphic? 1.  When searching for a good image for ceiling graphics, the first thing to do is map out the area to be filled.  If, for example, you are working with a long narrow space, you'll need to find an image that fits that space.  A panoramic image might be just the thing.  Similarly, "you wouldn't print the Sistine Chapel in a square room because the Sistine Chapel is a big rectangle," Designer Will O. explains. 2.  You may also want to think about perspective.  When we set out to find an image for our break room ceiling, we knew we wanted an image that gave a 3D effect.  The cityscape was perfect with tall buildings and sky scrapers all around; it gives you the feeling of standing in the middle of a city. 3.  Finally, be sure your image is high-resolution, or can be purchased in a high-resolution  format.  This is extremely important in getting a clear image over a large space such as a ceiling. Why on the ceiling? Ceiling graphics are great for a dentist's or chiropractic's office - anywhere people spend a lot of time on their backs.  Pictures and even text on the ceiling keeps people entertained, can be used as a conversation starter, or just add character to an otherwise bland space.  The ceiling may also be useful advertising space.  Ceilings are often underused space that demand attention.  Print specials on individual tiles and change them out periodically; the ceiling will become a place people always look. If Rich W. had his choice, over everyone's desk he would print the words, "get back to work."  That way, when anyone leans back to relax and gaze at the ceiling, they'll get the message.  What would you print on your ceiling?