y'all need some monitor education!
first, LCD sucks compared to CRT. The refresh rate won't be as good, and you'r epaying a lot more for similar (or worse) overall quality. Unless you're using a 2X4 as a desk, you should get a CRT.
Second, black is the ideal color. Black creates a high contrast border around your display, which makes colors look better.
Third. . . dude, go NEC. They've got incredible monitors. Here.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...onics&v=glance
$210 and you get a 19" with an amazing display.