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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you want a bed that is safe, sturdy and a good size. The model is made by hand and ticks all of the boxes. Our panel loved its mixture of pine and white.
This cot bed has all the extras you need such as a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It's also simple to assemble, and looks great in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is brimming with wonderful features that are designed to follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It's durable, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It is sure to keep your child safe from newborn until they are four years old.
Its 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 an lower base for extra safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.
Megan, our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble it looked stunning and came with many other features like a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it on to future children.
Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always come with a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase this separately too. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the right size for your baby. The most suitable mattresses for cots are made of foam, spring or coir. They should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.
The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm to ensure that your baby's head can't be trapped within them.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at home. It's a great design for any nursery and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot comes in two neutral colors - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to assemble, due to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.
The cot bed can grow with your child, with the option of adding a junior extension kit which can take them up to the age of five. This is a top-of-the-line option that comes with a price to match. However, if you're looking to invest in nursery furniture that lasts for many years, it's definitely worth considering.
It is suitable for babies from birth. The mattress can be positioned high for easy access by your child. It's also sturdy and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features an oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but still has plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a great option for those who want an old-fashioned cot. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby, with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend over to pick up your baby.
This is a good alternative if your nursery is an insignificant size, sloped ceilings or you don't want your cot bed to take up the floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that takes up less room than you might think from its design."
The curved sleigh details on the cot's end adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted into a junior bed simply by cutting off the side rails. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and features a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The final cot we've reviewed is this elegant option from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these types of beds and it also has a handy drawer underneath which allows you to keep all the baby necessities easily within reach.
This cot can grow with your child's. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. When they are out of that the cot, you can transform it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed is made of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends flow into the curves of the side rails, creating the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without bending. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums while they are teething.
Despite being fairly expensive however, it's a beautiful cot that will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful photos, however should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is an excellent choice for parents who wish for their little one to grow into a piece furniture they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will stand the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges, so that your baby will not fall out of the bed.
It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. You just remove the sides bars and solid ends with an Allen key and it transforms into a gorgeous traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to come.
Although it looks expensive, this cot is actually very affordable cots. It was rated the best rated cribs price cot-bed we tested by our testers however, you'll require the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.
The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this might be a problem. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more frequently, so this isn't really a big deal. It's also made from natural wood, so you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.
Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed
A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy changing nappy. It can be put away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress heights to pick from.
This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years of age (or even longer if you get the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's growing needs.
Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's a great option for cot beds (i15Southdavis.somers-jaramillo.Com) small rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies little floor space. The side panel is what is needed to separate the cot from the room of your toddler.
The cot is designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes, and nappies.