Advice on buying a TV projector and getting rid of the TV?

I live in a small flat, big walls but bad layout restricts places for the TV. I want to get rid of the TV completely and project something on the walls. I'm a complete novice. Advice wanted on a PROJECTOR (good makes etc) + sky/cable set-up. Please

Thanks in advance x

I got rid of my TV earlier this year and have been using a projector instead.

First off, light is a problem, you don't always want to sit in complete darkness, especially not if its summer.

Secondly, projectors are hot - this is a pain in the summer but a boon in the winter. Placement of your projector will be important here.

Thirdly, many TV shows are hard to watch on a projector - they just don't look very good. US drama stuff like Lost, 24 etc. is fairly cinematic so it fares well, but Eastenders, DIY and reality TV are so jittery its painful.

If you decide to go for it make sure your SKY box is outputting S-Video at least, I can't remember if sky does component, normal video is harsh to watch at large sizes and colours suffer. Don't do it

Projection TV's are lousy

Get a large plasma instead Projectors can be expensive , and you will need to keep the room pretty dark too. If it was me i would go for an LCD tv that will hang on the wall.My advice is find a shop where you can try out these products and compare them.After deciding which product you want , find a shop that will give you the best deal. Don't listen to those knuckleheads. Projection has come a long way in the last few years, therefore making it more affordable for the average joe.