Keep Tables from Readjusting

Tables are a great way to control how text is layed out on a web site. But you've probably also noticed that some browsers make adjustments to the table that defeat what you're trying to do. You might want two even columns, but a browser makes one much bigger than the other. Fortunately, the fix is simple:

Create an image that's the same color as your background. This is called a "pixelshim" and is used to shore up the table.

Insert into an empty cell and adjust the size to what you want. This will keep browsers from readjusting your tables.