Here is a screenshot of what I am doing:

As you can see in the lower left corner under the preview tab, I have adjusted some colors to the tile I wish to use. Please humor me. What have a forgotten to do to apply my changes to the properties on the tile? As you can see, in the area view, it is not taking yet.
I have made areas before and this is embarrassing. I am going to blame it on all those late night parties that I used to have. Thanks for your patience, I am sure once my potential energy is activated the ball will roll down the mountain with increasing momentum and velocity.
Thanks.