20 Fun Facts About Cot Beds

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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This model is made by hand and it ticks all of the boxes. Our panel was impressed by the mixture of pine and white.

This cot bed comes with all the added extras that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage, teething rails and two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is packed full of wonderful design features that adhere to an artistically designed aesthetic. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It is sure to keep your child safe from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs give it a modern alternative to the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's growing needs and also an lower base that adds safety. The cot also comes with a handy under cot storage draw as well as teething rails that help protect your little ones gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble it looked stunning and came with numerous extra features, including a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated that it was gender neutral and she could give it to future children.

You'll also need to purchase an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You'll want to choose a firm, flat mattress that is the right size for your baby. The ideal cot mattress is made from springs, foam or coir. It should be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to stop your child from escaping. The distance between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding an element of color that will make your baby feel at home. It is a perfect fit for most nurseries and crib sets [visit the following website] the changing unit that matches will tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes just an hour to put together with the clear directions and screws in separate packs aiding you in the process.

The cot bed can expand with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit that will take them until they reach the age of five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price that can match. If you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to make it easy for your child. It's also built to last and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is an excellent choice to get a vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot cribs beds in this price range. It has three heights of base for your baby to accommodate their needs. This means that you won't need to bend to lift them from bed, which could save 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 that takes up less space than you think."

The curved sleigh details on the cot ends adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted to a junior bed by taking off the side rails. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and 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 we've reviewed is this chic alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these types of beds and it also has a drawer underneath that means you can keep all the baby cot online necessities within easy reach.

One of the best things about this cot bed sales is that it will adapt with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. When they are out of that, you can turn it into a practical day bed.

This cot bed has a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow into the curving side rails to create a truly luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions to make it easier to put your newborn down without bending. The teething rails protect the gums of your baby when they are teething.

This cot is not inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear and include helpful pictures, but should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall if necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed an excellent choice for parents who wish for their child to grow into a piece of furniture they'll cherish. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last many years. It's also easy to assemble and change as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges so your baby cot online will not fall out of the bed.

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

Despite being so premium-looking even though it looks expensive, this cot is quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's tested, especially as you still 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 need to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely have to replace the mattress of your child at least once per year, and more frequently, so this isn't really an issue. It's also made from natural wood, so you can feel confident when purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A sturdy and stylish cot with a classic design, this Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot for super-speedy nappy changes. When baby's done with this, it tucks completely away beneath the cot. It could also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

The cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). The cot is made of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress base positions so you can adjust it to your child's changing requirements.

Grace, a tester for parents, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with sloped ceilings because it occupies little floor space. The side panel is the only thing that is needed to separate the cot from the room for your toddler.

The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rails are included, as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys if you like.