Make sure whenever you are working around electrical outlets to turn off the corresponding fuse at your electrical service fuse box. The wood thickness (1/2 inch) will increase wall depth leaving your outlet/switch box recessed deeper than the wood surface. You have two options: Option 1 is leave the outlets recessed in the wall and cut the Aspect Wood around your switch plates or outlet covers. Option 2 is to purchase outlet box extenders that allow you to relocate the receptacle or outlet box flush to the surface of the wood. Once mounted flush the receptacle can be covered with the decorative switch plate. Outlet box extender options: Amazon Home Depot Lowes Menards