A Intermediate Guide Towards Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best cot for newborn Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale, http://Gv517.com, you want a bed that is solid, safe and of adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed comes with all the extras you need, including a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It is also easy to put together, and looks fantastic in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is brimming with wonderful design features that follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will be used by your child from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary alternative to the traditional cot. It also has three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to suit your growing baby, and an lower base for extra 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.

Megan, our parent tester loved this cot-bed. She said that it was easy to assemble, looked lovely and had many extra features, including an excellent storage drawer. She also liked that it was gender-neutral and she could give it to future children.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds do not always come with a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase this separately too. You will want to select a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The most suitable cot mattresses are made from springs, foam or coir. They should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

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 to ensure that your baby's head can't be trapped within the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand gives a lively look to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at home. It's a great choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into the rest of your design scheme, with the matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white or soft grey and it takes only an hour to assemble with the clear directions and screws in separate packs aiding you in the process.

The cot bed can grow with your child, and includes the option of an extension kit for juniors which can allow them to grow up to about age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. However, if you want to invest in nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights, meaning you can set it up with the mattress high to make it easy for your child to get in and out of. It is also made of a durable material and will fit a standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, yet it offers plenty of room for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Best cot for newborn Bed Classic

This is a wonderful option if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic distinct from other cots in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This means you don't have to bend over to lift them from bed, which could save your back.

It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or don't want to take up more floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the cot bed's ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted to a junior bed by taking off the rails on the sides. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress and includes a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot from Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these types of cribs beds. Additionally, it also comes with a drawer underneath that lets you keep everything your baby needs easily within reach.

One of the great things about this cot is that it will change with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and convert it to a toddler bed. Once they grow out of that the cot, you can transform it into an useful day bed.

This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved edges flow into the curving side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two different positions which makes it easier to position your baby without having to lean over. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

The cot isn't expensive, but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with helpful pictures. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed a smart option for parents who want their baby to grow up in a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will endure the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges, so that your baby can't be thrown out of bed.

It could also be converted into a toddler's bed once your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends with an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that can be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

This cot looks expensive, but it's actually very affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tested particularly since you require the mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot you can assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and sometimes more frequently and this shouldn't be an issue. It's also made of natural wood, which means you can feel good when you buy it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish best cot bed with a traditional design. It's incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that is attached to the top of cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is finished. It also converts into a toddler bed at the time of need with three mattress heights to pick from.

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 - in this case it's a mixture of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and comes with three mattress base positions to adapt to the needs of your child's growing.

Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could be a hazard for little ones. It's also a great option for rooms with small or sloped ceilings as it takes up very little floor space, and only the side panel detaching the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot was designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes and nappies.