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When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of a good size. The model is made by hand, and it checks all the boxes. Our panel liked the combination of pine and white.
This cot bed includes all the features you'll need, like storage compartments as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is packed full of wonderful design features that adhere to an exquisitely crafted look. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's crib and will see your child from birth to age four.
The slightly tapered legs make it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It also features three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your growing baby, and an lower base for extra safety. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.
Megan, our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it looked stunning and came with many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it on to future babies.
You'll also need to buy a mattress on your own, as cot beds usually do not include a mattress. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best cot mattress is made of foam, springs or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm, to prevent your child from escaping. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to stop your child's head from getting trapped.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding the right amount of color to make your baby feel at home. It's an ideal fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, with a matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white or soft grey. it takes just an hour to assemble with the clear instructions and separate screws aiding you in the process.
The cot bed will expand with your child, with the option of an extension kit for juniors that will allow them to reach about age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. However, if you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth looking into.
It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be set up high for easy access by your child. It's also a sturdy build and can be used with standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security tots and cots safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
This is an excellent choice to get a vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowels which create a distinctive look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your child with three heights for the base to fit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend down to take your baby.
It's also a great option for those with a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy too much floor space with your cot bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that takes up less space than you think from its design."
The curved sleigh details on the cot bed ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. It then converts to a junior bed by simply taking off the side rails and lower the ends. It comes with a Finest 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also 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 option from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed, but it's not bulky like other beds of this type. It also comes with a drawer to keep all of your baby's essentials close at hand.
One of the best baby cots things about this cot is that it will change with your child as they grow and change. You can take the rails off and transform it into a toddler bed. When they are beyond that then you can convert it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed features stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved rear side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier for you to put your newborn down without unnecessary bending. The teething rails protect the gums of your baby when they are teething.
Despite the fact that it is quite costly however, it's a beautiful cot that is sure to impress your friends and family when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear with useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia cot sets Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful option for parents looking to give their child an item of furniture that they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will stand the test of time, plus it's easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed that there are no gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall off the bed.
It is also able to be transformed into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to turn it into an old-fashioned bed. It will be in your child's room for many years.
The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated as the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you require the mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to fail.
This cot's biggest disadvantage is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this might be a problem. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more frequently. So this is not a big problem. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot in a traditional style. It's extremely affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that clips neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy diaper changes. When baby is finished with this, it folds safely away underneath the cot. It could also be transformed into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.
The cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably-sourced wood - specifically it's a mixture of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress bases to adapt to the needs of the growing needs of your child.
Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's also a great choice for small rooms and ceilings with slopes, since it occupies a tiny floor space, with just the side panel detaching the cot from the toddler's bedroom.
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 has teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.