If you are not using it in the bathroom also it would be ok, be sure to wash it first, it must not have any human waste on it. Flushing a toilet with the lid open causes human waste particles to spread in a 20 ft radius from toilet, (many people don't realize this, closing the lid prevents this) so it should be freshly cleaned. You can use a blanket or towel though if you do not have an extra rug. Bless you, hope this helps.Can I use a clean bathroom mat to call a prayer rug? It is decorated with flowers and is very nice. I have nothing else, and it is the only clean thing that I have. I know I can use a towel, but this mat is pretty and I'd like to use it. Can I?