Media Room - 20x20 ft plus - Newbie ideas for PJ, screen, setup?

Hey guys I am a newbie poster to this site, and I've been reading thru it for the past week or so.

I've got a ton of questions, but I'll keep it simple, and I reposted here because the room is multi-purpose!


I am looking to get an HD Projector for under $1,500 or so...I am on a tight budget.

The room during the day has medium light, but I can black it out.

I am looking for a set-up that would possibly work in low to medium light.


The room is 20'6"x 20'6" and has all white flat walls.

It is a converted 2 car garage with a 10 foot ceiling.

I also have a few desks, computers, and drawing table in this room, but I want the theater effect to be the main feature!


Here is the diagram of the room:
http://photobucket.com/albums/y205/R...heaterroom.jpg


My questions are:

1)How big of a screen size should/can I make?

2)Should I go the route of painting(screen goo) the screen on the front wall?

It is a huge wide-open wall.

3)What type of projector should I look for, and where should I mount it?

Back wall? Ceiling/closer?

Are the better projectors for a low to medium light room - that can be blacked out.


Thanks for any help/ideas/feedback.


I'll be checking back in often, and will answer any questions ASAP!


Thanks!!!


RC4