20 Fun Facts About Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the best cot bed Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique combination of white and natural pine.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you need, such as storage compartments, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to build and looks fantastic in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is brimming with wonderful design features that follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will be used by your child through from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary version of the traditional cot. It also features three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby, and a lower base for more safety. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails that protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester loved this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so you can pass it down to your children in the future.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds do not always include a mattress therefore you'll need to purchase this separately too. You will want to select a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The most suitable cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir, and must be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The cot's height should not exceed 55cm to prevent your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within them.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand gives a lively look to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add the right amount of color to make your child feel at in their own home. It's a great design for any nursery and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed will expand with your child, and includes the option of a junior extension kit which can take them up to about age five. It's a premium choice with a price tag to match, best infant Cribs but if planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth looking into.

It is suitable for babies from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to make it easy for your child. It's also made of a durable material and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is simple and modern with a sleek oval shape that'll boost your baby's feelings of security and safety. It's the smallest cot on our list but it has plenty of space for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is an excellent choice for those who want a vintage-style cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges that give it a distinct look from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby, with three base heights to suit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend to pick up your baby.

This is a good option if your nursery has an insignificant size with a sloped ceiling or you don't want your cot bed to take up the floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would think."

The curved sleigh details on the Mini Cot Bed ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is approximately four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by taking off the side rails and lower both ends. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and includes a large under drawer with handles and runners for easy access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot we've reviewed is this stylish model from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that bulky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also has a handy drawer underneath which allows you to keep everything your baby needs in reach.

The cot can expand with your child's. You can remove the side rails and convert it into a toddler bed and when they are old enough, you can also convert it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed features an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow beautifully into the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds, creating an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without unnecessary bending. It also has teething rails to safeguard your baby's delicate gums during their period of teething.

Despite being fairly expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your friends and family when they visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear with useful pictures. However, in case you're concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed an excellent choice for parents who want their baby to grow into a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It is sturdy and well-made, so it will last many years. It's also easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall from bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. Simply remove the sides bars and solid ends by using an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers however, you'll have to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot you can assemble and is labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to change the mattress of your child at least once a month, but sometimes more frequently. This isn't an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It's incredibly affordable. It includes a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. It can be put away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be converted into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also constructed from sustainable wood - specifically, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Good Cribs radiata - and includes three mattress bases to accommodate your child's growing.

Grace, a parent tester loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with a sloped ceiling since it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is what separates the cot and the room for your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and simple instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included too, and you can include drawers underneath the bed for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes if you like.