I installed the blue steps from Pacific and love it. We have only had it one season, but it hasn't faded any. We chose a dark liner and think it looks good with it. As for seeing any dirt, we could still see the fine dirt sitting on steps, but maybe not as noticable as white, but still could see it. I have two returns on my steps and have one nozzle aimed slightly towards the step that seems to help out with the dirt. I also have gr*** now and it isn't much of a problem.