(1) The inclusion of Flax and Hemp fiber mats as reinforcement/support into particleboards increases the flexure properties more so with the Hemp fiber in combination with hurd residues.
(2) The use of Flax fiber also significantly reduced the thickness swell and water absorption properties of particleboards especially when combined with Wood.
(3) Based on the results of this study it is recommended that fiberreinforcement, with aligned Flax and Hemp fiber mats, are suitable for M2 grade particleboard applications.