Abstract: The present invention relates to a textile method of continuously dyeing a fibrous material and particularly a pile fabric which includes the steps of applying a foam containing a dye to the fiber or fabric, subjecting the foam treated material to a steaming operation to effect fixation of the dye, and washing the dyed material. The apparatus includes means for producing a foam, containing a dye, a tank for containing the foam and immersing the material to be dyed therein, a steamer that is in direct communication with the foam tank, and a wash box that receives the steamed material directly into its water bath without subjecting the dyed material to the atmosphere.