Are there any disadvantages (aside from muddier code) to using empty elements on a page simply for styling purposes?
For instance, using some empty <div>
s with different texture background images to lie fixed behind page content.
The obvious one is that you're technically blurring the separation between structure and presentation layers. If I'm ok with that aspect of it, I'm just wondering if this poses any SEO, performance, or other issues.
Any links or evidence that point me in either direction would be great! Thanks!