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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking at cot beds available for sale, you want something that's safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This handmade model checks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart mix 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, as well as two height positions. It's also easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is full of stunning features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It's built to last and easily converts into a toddler bed and is sure to see your little one through from the time they're born until four years old.
The slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also has three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to suit your growing baby, and a lower base for more security. The cot is equipped with an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.
Our parent tester Megan loved this cot bed. She said it was easy to assemble and was gorgeous. It also came with lots of extra features including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender neutral, so she could give it to future babies.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds do not always come with a mattress. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The ideal cot mattress is made of springs, foam, or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot's height should not exceed 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head won't get caught in the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun look to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding an element of color that will make your child feel at home. It's a great fit for most nurseries and the changing table that comes with it will make it all more cohesive. The cot is available in two neutral colours - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.
The cot bed will expand with your child, and includes the option to add a junior extension kit which can allow them to grow up to the age of five. This is a premium option with a price to match. If you're looking to invest in furniture for your nursery that will last for years, it's worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress up high to make it easier for your child to take out and in from. It's also sturdy and fits standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create an aesthetic that is unique from other beds in this price range. It has three base heights for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This will save you from having to bend to pick up your baby.
It's also a great option for those with a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up too much floor space with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you think."
The curved sleigh details on the cot bed ends add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, then it can be converted into a junior bed simply by removing the side rails. It includes a 140cmx70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style bed, but it doesn't feel bulky like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all your baby essentials in one place.
One of the great things about this cot is that it can change with your child as they grow and change. You can take off the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And after they've outgrown it, you can turn it into a practical day bed.
The cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has a stunning hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges flow beautifully into the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds, creating an extremely luxurious option. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered by two positions, making it easier for you to lay your baby down without bending. It also comes with teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby during their teething period.
This cot is not expensive, but it's stunning and will impress your family and friends who visit. The instructions are simple to follow and include useful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if needed and then removing the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to give their child an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's durable and well-built and will last for a long time. It's also easy to assemble and change as your child grows. try this was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall off the to bed.
It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. Simply remove the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that can be part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.
Although it looks expensive the cot is very affordable. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our testers, even though you still require an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.
The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely have to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and more often, so this isn't really something to worry about. It's also made from natural wood, so you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.
Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design. It's incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that clips to the top of the cot to allow to make it quick and easy to change nappy. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked safely away underneath the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time comes, with three mattress heights to pick from.
This cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainably sourced hardwood - a blend between Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress positions so that you can alter it to meet your child's evolving needs.
Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's also a good choice for small rooms and ceilings with slopes, since it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel detaching the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and simple instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included as well as the option to add drawers under the bed for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes If you'd like.