Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
There are a lot of things to think about when you're looking to buy a cot for your baby. With the right choice you can be sure that your child is safe and comfortable during their first year.
This high-quality cot by Silver Cross is our overall top pick. We are awestruck by its sleek design and its easy assembly. It comes with a mattress that is adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed
With its enduring style and sturdy construction, this wooden cot bed is a great choice for new parents looking for quality nursery furniture. The cot bed comes with three heights that can be adjusted so it can be adapted to grow with your child. It is suitable for children up to age four. It also comes with teething rails that our test subjects found to be excellent at protecting the wood from the damage caused by growing babies' teeth. There's also a handy built-in wardrobe to store clothing nappies, blankets, and other things.
The Coxley's classic white finish along with oak accents and chrome handles make it a chic yet timeless piece that will fit into any nursery decor. It's a cot that's large, larger than most, that can be converted into a bedroom for toddlers. It also has a separate dressing table and changing table. Victoria, mum of two boys aged 3 and 8years old, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are solid and secure for our little ones, and the matching changing table/dresser makes the perfect space to keep their diapers, clothes and bedding.
This classic, all-white cot from Silver Cross is easy to assemble and compatible with standard cot mattresses. It also comes with cast pewter handles that contrast. wood cot bed 's designed to last through birth and can be changed into a toddler bed when the time is right, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.
It's available in a variety of neutral shades that fit seamlessly into any nursery decor, making it a fantastic option for both girls as well as boys. Our test subjects loved the fact that this cot is also easy to clean and it's compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted so there are no gaps on the sides.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
Designed by Scandinavian brand Stokke created by Stokke, a brand from Scandinavia, the Sleepi is a piece for the nursery that grows with your child. It is suitable from birth up to the age of five and can be expanded to meet changing needs. It starts as a bassinette, which can be transformed into an crib (with rails on the sides) and then it becomes a junior bed.
The crib features bars that are spaced to allow air circulation whilst your baby sleeps. This creates a peaceful sleeping environment and ensures that your child enjoys a restful and healthy sleep. Parents are awestruck by the curly edges that keep sharp corners out, a feature they say makes babies feel safe and safe. They also appreciate that the slatted design ensures they can easily monitor their child from any angle and give them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
If your child is no longer able to use the cot bed it is possible to remove the sides and convert it into a toddler bed as we did with our son. This is an excellent way to avoid purchasing a new mattress and save space in your room for furniture.
The cot bed is made of a durable, strong beechwood finish that is non-toxic. This ensures it is safe for your baby and you. It is easy to clean and features an neutral colour scheme that will look lovely in any room. It's important to mention that this cot is not inexpensive, but the quality and function of it means that provided you take good care of it it, it will last for years and will be used by the next child.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is a classic sleigh-style cot bed with open edges and teething rails that protect your baby from those curious little mouths and hands. It's simple to put together, and is a great option for those looking for an elegant, traditional design that will fit seamlessly into your nursery. Our tester, Vicky, found it more slimline than other sleigh cots and also felt that the curved shape was more suitable for smaller rooms than the other beds we tested. Its three different height settings are ideal for newborns through to toddlers. The large drawer under the bed has plenty of storage space. It also has a smooth sliding pull-out mechanism.
When your baby is old enough to progress to a junior bed, it is easy to convert by taking the side rails off and lower the cot's ends. You can then add a stylish wardrobe for your junior bed to give your child plenty of storage space. It comes with a premium mattress that measures 140x70cm. It is 100% breathable and is designed to perfectly fit.
This beautiful crib is an excellent investment piece that will see your child from infancy to early toddler years. This is a more expensive option than other cot-beds we've tested but Annie the tester believes it's worth the cost because you can use it in the future. It's stylish and sleek design with additional features such as teething rails, a handy under-drawer, and a solid wood construction that is impressively strong. It's a tad heavier than the average, though, so bear that in mind if you're moving it around after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This Sleigh cot is the most striking piece in the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It features a stunningly designed curved end that has been hand-shaped. It is available in a variety of finishes that can be matched to any nursery, and coordinates with the rest Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable and transforms from a cot into a toddler bed by removing of both sides. It can be converted into a day bed or sofa when your child gets older. It has a large storage compartment underneath, teething bars and three levels of height.
Beckie, who is a parent tester, believes that this is an excellently designed cot with the ability to grow with your child. The sleigh design makes it a beautiful centerpiece in any nursery, and its sustainable acacia and radiata hardwood construction is of the highest grade. The slatted style is ideal for smaller rooms since the gaps between the slats in this model are smaller.
It's not the cheapest, but parents who tested it thought it was worth the cost. It's constructed to last, and can be converted into a toddler bed by removing the rails on both sides and turning into it can be used as a daybed or sofa when your child is outgrowing it around age four. With a number extras such as the under-drawer and teething rails it's an investment that will grow with your child for decades to come.
The sleigh cot bed is able to be used with any cot mattress that is standard. The Stamford cot bed, with dual sleeping surfaces can be bought to match the sleigh cot bed. One side is composed of Tencel fabric that is extremely soft and breathable, which will help your little one stay cool and comfortable. The other is made from polyurethane for more strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are hygienic, hypoallergenic and anti-fungal.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is a fantastic option if you are looking for a stylish cot that grows with your child. It is suitable from birth to 4 years old, and it can be transformed into a cool toddler bed and daybed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights, making it easier to reach your child. You can also add an under-bed drawer to give you additional storage. It also passes the trampoline test', meaning it's safe for use by older kids.
Our testers were impressed with how easy the cot was put together Our deputy editor stating that it was an easy "doddle". It's also one of the lightest flatpack cots available, making it much easier to move around in the nursery. Additionally, it's packaged in a compact box that's super easy to recycle when your child gets old enough to use it.
The cot is equipped with an cushion that is insulated. Our testers found to be a fantastic feature because it helps keep your baby at a comfortable temperature for a longer time. It's also a decent-sized cot with plenty of space to store toys and bedding. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test mums.
Combine this cot with a matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and the Franklin Dresser separately. This 2-in-1 collection is designed to last through the first age. It is stylish and comes with clever storage solutions that are long-lasting. It includes a cot/day bed which converts into a toddler bed as well as an armoire, which has a full-size wardrobe with an enormous drawer as well as hanging rails on the ends. It's a great choice for those with smaller bedrooms, low ceilings or anyone who wants to make space.