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

When it comes to cot beds for sale (visit their website) you want a bed that is safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This crib bed comes with all the accessories you require, including storage compartments as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks great in any nursery cots.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is packed with great design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will be used by your child through from birth until the age of four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It also features 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 when they begin to get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said it was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features like an excellent storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so it can be passed down to your children in the future.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since cot beds do not always come with a mattress. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The most suitable mattress for cots offers is made of springs, foam or coir. They should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.

The cot's height should not exceed 55cm, to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head doesn't get caught in them.

Stokke snuzkot

The dazzling cot, which is made by the Scandi company, gives an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors add a pop that will make your child feel at home. It's a great design for any nursery and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. The cot is available in two neutral colours - white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to assemble, due to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed can expand with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit that can take them up to age five. It's a premium choice with a price tag that will match, but if planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth a look.

It is suitable for babies from birth. The mattress can be placed high to make it easy for your child. It's also constructed of a sturdy material and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the small cot on our list however it still offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a wonderful option if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It features rounded dowels that give it a distinct look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This will prevent you from having to bend to take your baby.

This is also a great alternative if your nursery is small dimensions with a sloped ceiling, or you don't want the bed to take up the floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh detail on the cot's ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, then it can be converted to a junior bed by removing the rails on the sides. It comes with a top quality 140cm x70cm mattress. It includes a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot we've reviewed is this chic model from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get 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 that it can adapt with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and make it a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of it then you can convert it into an useful day bed.

The cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curved side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two different positions making it easy to put your baby in a position without needing to bend over. The teething rails guard your baby's gums while they are teething.

The cot isn't inexpensive, but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends who visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful photos, however if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot is the ideal choice for parents who wish for their child to grow into a piece furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-built which means it will last many years. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall off the his bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends by using an Allen key and it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

This cot looks expensive, however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you have to purchase the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and more frequently and this shouldn't be a big deal. It's also made of natural wood, so you can feel good when you buy it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

A stylish and sturdy cot that has a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a matching changing table that clips onto the top of cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. When baby is finished with this, it tucks completely away beneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler bed when the time comes, with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child turns four years old. older (or even longer if you buy the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainable wood - specifically it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress bases to accommodate your child's growing.

Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's a great option for rooms with sloped ceilings, as it takes up little floor space. The side panel is all that is needed to separate the cot from the room of your toddler.

The cot is built to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included, too, and you can add drawers under the bed for extra storage space clothes, nappies and toys If you'd like.