I\'m having a difficult time finding specific info for my case. I\'d like to distribute 3 image thumbnails across a 940px div in order to line up with the rest of my content
why wouldn't the wrapping id div thumbs be used as a container with a top padding of 90px, and the other internal elements use a simple class (not an id so it can be reused), that all float left. that way they horizontally align perfectly, and also the wrapping container provides the margin you are looking for. you'll also use considerably much less code to accomplish what you want.