Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide On Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique combination of white and natural pine.

This crib sets bed comes with all the accessories you'll need, like a storage compartment as well as teething rails and two height settings. It is also easy to put together, and will look great in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is packed with great design features, all following a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's crib and will see your child through from birth to age four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary alternative to the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby. It also has a lower base for more safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that will protect your infant's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said that it was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had lots of extra features including an excellent storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could pass it on to future children.

Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds do not always include a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase one separately. You should choose a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your baby. The most suitable cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir. They should be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm, to prevent your child from climbing out. The gap between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to stop your child's head from getting trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand gives a lively look to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It's a great fit for most nurseries, and the matching changing unit will tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes less than an hour to put together, with the clear instructions and separate screws aiding you in the process.

This cot bed will grow with your child. You can add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. If you're looking to purchase furniture for your nursery that will last for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be positioned high for easy access by your child. It's also sturdy and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is simple and modern, with an oval shape that'll enhance your Baby Crib's feeling of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a wonderful option if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create a design that is unique from other beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your cheap baby cots for sale with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend to pick up your baby.

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 and occupies less space than you expect."

The curved sleigh detail on the cot's end adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is approximately four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by taking off the side rails and lowering the ends. It comes with a top quality 140cm x70cm mattress. It 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 in our round-up is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these types of beds and it also has a handy drawer underneath which means you can keep everything your baby needs in reach.

One of the best things about this cot is that it can change with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and make it an infant bed. Once they grow out of it the cot, you can transform it into an useful daybed.

This cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends flow into the curves of the side rails, creating the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier for you to lay your baby down without unnecessary bending. The teething rails protect your baby's gums while they are teething.

Although it's quite expensive, this is a great-looking cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with helpful pictures. If you're concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it to the wall, if needed and removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a fantastic option for parents looking to gift their child with an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will stand the test of time, and it's also easy to build and adjust as your Baby Cot grows. Our tester found it particularly useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so your baby isn't able to get out of the bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. You just remove 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.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. Our tester said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tried particularly since you require an additional mattress. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so you can't fail.

This cot's biggest disadvantage is that it requires a separate mattress. For certain parents, this could be a deal-breaker. 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 and this shouldn't be a big deal. It's also made of natural wood, so you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot to speed up changing nappy. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is a durable option that is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainably sourced hardwood - an amalgamation of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress bases so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving requirements.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could be a danger for children. It's a great choice for rooms with a sloped ceiling, as it takes up little floor space. The side panel is all that separates the cot and your toddler's room.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and simple instructions. The cot also has teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes, and nappies.