An advantage to using a dark side border is that it is conducive for using buttons. Being that most buttons are light in color, they show up well on a dark background.
Side Borders |
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One of the main reasons to add a side border is to add some
color and character to a Web site. Using a side border, as opposed
to using a complete background, can make it easier to read the text.
A dark background, like the one on this page, is not conducive to
reading. Even a light colored background can be distracting. An advantage to using a dark side border is that it is conducive for using buttons. Being that most buttons are light in color, they show up well on a dark background. |