Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide To Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds (experienced) for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique 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 simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is packed full of wonderful features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's also built to last, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It will surely see your little one through from newborn until they are four years old.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary alternative to the traditional cot. It also comes with three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot also has a handy under cot storage draw as well as teething rails that can help protect your baby's gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. She said that it was simple to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral and she could pass it on to future children.

You'll also need to buy a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You should choose a flat, firm mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cots cot mattress is made from springs, foam or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child won't be able to climb out. The distance between the bars should not be greater than 6.5cm so that your child's head doesn't get caught in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

The dazzling cot, which is made by a Scandi company, brings a fun feel to the nursery. The coloured slats add a pop that will make your child feel comfortable. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral colors - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.

This cot sales bed can grow with your child. You can add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up until they reach the age of five. It's a premium choice with the price tag to match, but if you're looking to purchase an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is well worth a look.

It is suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to make it easy for your child. It is also made of a sturdy material and fits standard cot mattress 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. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is unique from other beds in this price range. It cots offers three different heights of base for your baby to meet their needs. This means that you won't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which can ease your back.

It's also a great option for a nursery that is a small size or ceilings that are sloped or you don't want the bed to take up a lot of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you think."

The curved sleigh detailing on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and it can be converted into a junior bed by simply taking the side rails off and lowering the ends. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also has a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this elegant model from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have the bulky feel that is often associated with these types of beds. Additionally, it also comes with a drawer underneath that allows you to keep all the baby essentials within easy reach.

One of the great things about this cot is the fact that it can adjust to your child's needs as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails to convert it to a toddler bed. And after they've outgrown it, you can even turn it into a useful daybed.

This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has a stunning hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved side rail to distinguish it from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier for you to put your newborn down without unnecessary bending. It also includes teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

Despite being fairly expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with helpful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service that costs PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, Most recommended cribs (www.redlinegroup.ru) if necessary, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to gift their child with an item of furniture that they can cherish. It's durable and well-built and will last for many years. It's also easy to assemble and change as your child grows. The tester was pleased the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall off the bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed once your child is ready. You just remove the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key and then it transforms into a gorgeous, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.

This cot looks expensive however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our testers however, you'll have to purchase an additional mattress. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so you can't make a mistake.

The main drawback of this cot is that you have to purchase a mattress separately, which might be off-putting for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more frequently. This isn't an problem. It's also made of natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips neatly onto the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. It can be tucked away in a safe place under the cot once baby is finished. It can also be converted into a toddler bed at the time of need with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also constructed from sustainable wood - in this case it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress base positions to adjust to the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or sloped ceilings as it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel separating the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included, too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes If you'd like.