I can see why you would want to change out the switchplates. I would probably leave the outlet covers alone if they blend in to the wood. I think the black outlet covers would call attention to something you would probably prefer to recede into the background.

Is that a bison? Are they all different?

The switch plates are all different. Horses, Cowboys, bison, horseshoes, pine trees,etc.

The outlets are all ivory but are old enough that they've kind of gone off color to a greenish tint. I may do wood, but will have to decide on the actual outlets as they are needing to be replaced. So not sure if I do black or another ivory.

I saw these on a cabin site.

If you are changing the actual outlets and switches as well, you could consider Lutron Satin colors in Brown, Terracotta, or Sienna as options. Not a budget item, but possibly an option for selected outlets or switches you want to de-emphasize, if not all of them.

http://www.lightthestore.com/dimmers/

I am changing everything. The Lutron colors might be a good option. Especially where you can see the outlets. The ones behind beds and dressers can get done over time.

I often use the Lutron colors for the receptacle or switch even if I use a standard plate of some sort. These might look good with the wooden plates stained to match the logs.

I have that door handle throughout my house. I still like it!

If your current switch plates vary in size and shapes, remember that the wall color will be significantly different under the plate. Unless you new plate will cover the entire foot print of the current plate, you'll see the outline. Just something you may need to consider!

Springoz, glad to hear! I really like those and think they will stand the test of time.

Idstarr, thanks for the thought. I will have to look into that for sure. I would be bummed to have an outline.

I haven't had to deal with this yet - but if your light fixtures have incandescent bulbs remember that you'll probably be switching to a different type of bulb - and not every dimmer is compatible with the new bulbs.

I installed door knobs just like that back in the 80s. I would definitely try to find one in real life before buying a lot of them. DH did not like them as he felt that the handle was too short for his hand (which are significantly larger than mine). Unless he grabbed the handle exactly right the end of the handle was in his palm.