Backgrounds Sample Page This is an example of placing text into a colored table over a PATTERN background.  This looks much better, and the visitor will actually be able to read your text, which is definitely what you want to happen on the Internet - right? Be sure to think about your visitor and what he/she might see when they enter your site.  Always remember that not everyone is using the same browser, colors, etc. on their computer.   Keep it simple!  :-)