An apparatus 10 and related process for enhancement of woven and knit
fabrics through use of dynamic fluids which entangle and bloom fabric
yarns. A two stage enhancement process is employed in which top and
bottom sides of the fabric are respectively supported on members 22, 34
and impacted with a fluid curtain including high pressure jet streams.
Controlled process energies and use of support members 22, 34 having open
areas 26, 36 which are aligned in offset relation to the process line
produces fabrics having a uniform finish and improved characteristics
including, edge fray, drape, stability, abrasion resistance, fabric
weight and thickness.