The aim for this study was to evaluate the mechanical and physical performances of three-layer experimental
particleboards. Rubberwood particles were used in the face layers while kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus
L.) particles were used in the middle of the panels of the particleboards. Meanwhile, 100% kenaf stem
and 100% kenaf core particles were used for production of single-layer control panels. The results showed
that panels with kenaf stem in the middle layer had better performance than the panels with kenaf core
in the middle layer.