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When it comes to cot beds for sale (Highly recommended Website), you want something that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart combination of white and natural pine.
This cot bed has all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, two height positions. It's also easy to put together and looks great in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot is full of amazing design features that adhere to an exquisitely crafted look. It is also built to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child through from the time of birth until age four.
Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to accommodate your growing baby and a lower base for added security. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. She said it was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had lots of extra features including storage drawers that are useful. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so you can pass it on to your children in the future.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds do not always include a mattress. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your cheap baby cots. The best rated cribs mattress for cots to tots is made from foam, springs or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head doesn't be trapped within the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot, from a Scandi company, brings an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The slats with a color give a pop of color that makes your child feel comfortable. It's the perfect fit for most nurseries and the changing unit that matches will tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey. it takes less than an hour to assemble with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws really helping you out.
This cot bed will grow with your child, with the option to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach about age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. However, if you're looking to invest in nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth considering.
It is suitable for babies from the time of birth. The mattress can be placed high to make it easy for your child. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with an elegant oval shape that will boost your baby's feelings of safety and security. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it still provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a lovely choice for those looking for a unique vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby, with three heights for the base to fit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend to pick up your baby.
It's also a great option when you have a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or don't want to take up the floor with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would imagine."
The curved sleigh details on the cot's ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, then it can be converted into a junior bed by cutting off the side rails. It includes a 140cmx70cm The most recommended cribs comfortable mattress and a huge under-drawer for runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This stylish cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have the bulky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also has a drawer underneath that lets you keep all the baby essentials in reach.
This cot can grow with your child's. You can take off the side rails and convert it into a toddler bed and when they are old enough, you can also convert it into a practical day bed.
This cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved side rail to set it apart from other cot beds and create an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two positions which makes it easier to put your baby in a position without needing to lean over. The teething rails protect the gums of your baby cot online when they are teething.
This cot is not inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear with helpful pictures, but if you're worried about your own 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-styled cot bed can be a wonderful option for parents looking to gift their child with an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's sturdy and well-made so will last for a long time, and it's also easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps at the edges so that your child can't be thrown out of bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. With an Allen key you can take out the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into a traditional-style bed. It will stay in your child's room for a long time.
Despite being so premium-looking the cot is quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's tested and especially since you need to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.
The main drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, and occasionally more frequently. So this is not an problem. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good when you buy it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of the cot to allow for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be put away securely under the cot when baby is done. It can also be converted into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.
This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). The cot is made of sustainable hardwood - an amalgamation of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can alter it to your child's changing requirements.
Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's also a good option for rooms with small or ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel detaching the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled 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 your toys, clothes and nappies.