How To Get More Benefits Out Of Your Cot Beds
Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking for cot beds available for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of a good size. The model is made by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel loved its mixture of pine and white.
This cot bed comes with all the extras you need, such as storage compartments, 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 coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is full of great design features, all following a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child from birth until the age of four.
Its slightly tapered legs give it a modern take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's growth and also an lower base that adds safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that can help protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.
Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. It was easy to put together, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also liked that it was gender neutral and she could pass it on to future children.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best mattresses for cots are made of foam, spring or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.
The cot's height should be no more than 55cm, to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head won't get trapped in the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, brings an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The coloured slats give a pop of color that makes your child feel at home. It's a great choice for any nursery and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, including an accompanying changing unit to tie everything together. The cot is available in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.
This cot bed can grow with your child. It is possible to add an extension kit for juniors which will allow them to the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to be matched, but if you're planning to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is worth a look.
It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights so that you can put the mattress up high to make it easy for your child to get in and out of. It is also made of a sturdy material and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is simple and modern with an oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a fantastic option to get an old-fashioned cot. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three base heights to suit their needs. This means that you won't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which could save your back.
It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up the floor with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you imagine."
The curved sleigh detail on the cot's end adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until approximately four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by removing the side rails and dropping both ends. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer for runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The last cot we'll be discussing is this chic alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that bulky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also comes with a handy drawer underneath which lets you keep all the baby essentials in reach.
One of the great things about this cot is that it can adjust to your child's needs as they grow and change. 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 great day bed.
This cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved edges flow into the curved side rails to create the most luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. The teething rails guard your baby's gums when they are teething.
This cot is not inexpensive, but it's stunning and will impress your family and friends who visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful pictures, but in case you're concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot bed is a smart option for parents who want their little one to grow into a piece furniture they'll cherish. It's durable and well-built and will last for a long time. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Baby Cot found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges, so that your baby isn't able to fall out of the bed.
Baby beds 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 and the solid end pieces to turn it into traditional-style beds. It will be in your child's bedroom for a long time.
Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually relatively affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still require an additional mattress. It is also the fastest flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is labeled alphabetically and there's no way to fail.
The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you will need to change the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more often. This isn't a big issue. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can be confident about the purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It's extremely affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy nappy changes. When baby's done with this, it folds safely away underneath the cot. It could also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.
This cot is an impressively long-lasting option, suitable for use until your child is four years old (or even longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood an amalgamation of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's growing requirements.
Grace, a parent tester, loved that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a risk to children. It's also a good choice for small rooms and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of floor space, and only the side panel detaching the cot from your toddler's bedroom.
The cot is designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rails are included, too, and you can add drawers under the bed for more room to stash clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.