Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide Towards Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale, you want something that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you require, including a storage compartment teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It is also easy to put together, and looks great in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is brimming with amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It's built to last tots and cots easily converts into a toddler bed and is sure to be with your baby from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby and an lower base for extra security. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan really liked this cot bed. It was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also 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 babies.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The most suitable mattress for cots is made of springs, foam or coir, and must be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm, so that your child isn't able to climb out. The gap between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to prevent your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, gives a fun feel to the nursery. The slats with a color provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel welcome. It's the perfect design for any nursery and the matching changing unit will make it all more cohesive. The cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes just an hour to put together with the clear directions and separate packs of screws aiding you in the process.

The Cot Bed (Read Home ) can expand with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit that will take them until they reach the age of five. It's a top-quality option with the 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 considering.

It's suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be set up high to allow easy access for your child. It's also sturdy and fits standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby, with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend over to take your baby.

It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up too much floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you think."

The curved sleigh details on the cot's ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until around four years old and it can be converted into a junior bed by simply taking off the side rails and lower the ends. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also has a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to get 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 but doesn't have that bulky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also has an under-bed drawer that means you can keep all the baby essentials in reach.

This cot will grow with your child's. You can remove the rails and transform it into an infant bed. When they are out of it the cot, you can transform it into a useful day bed.

This cot sets bed is made from solid pine and features an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved side rails to differentiate it from other cot beds and make an exquisite choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without bending. It also comes with teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

Despite being fairly expensive however, it's a beautiful cot that will delight your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are simple to follow and include helpful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if necessary, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a great choice for parents who wish to give their child a piece of furniture they can treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will last for a long time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. The tester liked that there are no gaps between the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall from bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform 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 remain in your child's room for many years.

Although it looks expensive, this cot is actually relatively affordable. Our tester called it the best cot beds value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to buy a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot you can assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more often. This isn't an issue. It's also made of natural wood, so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design. It's extremely affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of the cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. When baby's done with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time comes, with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is a durable choice, and is suitable for use until your child is four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can adjust it to your child's changing requirements.

Parents test Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's also a good choice for small rooms and ceilings that slope, as it occupies a tiny floor space, with just the side panel separating the cot from the toddler's bedroom.

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