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When it comes to cot beds for sale (prev) you need a product that's safe, sturdy and adequate in size. This model is made by hand and ticks all of the boxes. Our panel loved its mixture of pine and white.
This cot bed comes with all the accessories you'll need, like a storage compartment, teething rails, and two height settings. It is also simple to assemble, and looks great in any nursery for babies.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is brimming with great design features, all based on an exquisitely designed style. It is also built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's crib and will carry your child through from birth to age four.
The slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growing needs and also the lower base, which increases safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails which can help protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.
Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to put together, looked beautiful and had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning it can be passed down to future children.
Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always come with a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase one separately. You will want to select a firm, flat baby mattress that is the right size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir, and must be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.
The cot should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child isn't able to climb out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand gives a lively vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at the home of their dreams. It's an ideal choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, including an accompanying changing unit to tie everything together. The cot comes in two neutral shades - white or soft grey. it takes less than an hour to assemble with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws really helping you out.
The cot bed can expand with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit that can take them up to age five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price that can match. If you want to invest in nursery furniture that lasts for years, it's worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and cheap baby cots for Sale features three handy mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress raised to make it easy for your baby to get in and out of. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to sleep.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a great option to get an old-fashioned mini cot beds. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create an aesthetic that is unique from other beds in this price range. It offers three different levels of the base to accommodate their requirements. This will save you from having to bend to take your baby.
This is also a great option if your nursery has a small size or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want the bed to take up the floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would think."
The curved sleigh detail on the cot's ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted into a junior bed simply by removing the side rails. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and has a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed however, it doesn't look heavy like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer underneath to keep all your baby necessities close by.
One of the great things about this cot is the fact that it can adjust to your child's needs as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And after they've outgrown it, you can also convert it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed is made of solid pine and has a stunning hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to set it apart from other cot beds and make an extremely luxurious option. The premium mattress can be lowered in two different positions making it easy to place your newborn without needing to lean over. The teething rails protect your baby's gums while they are teething.
This cot is not cheap, but it is gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are easy to follow with useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is an excellent choice for parents who wish for their baby to grow into a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's sturdy and well-constructed, so it will last a long time. It's also easy to assemble and change as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall off the his bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed when your child is ready. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends by using an Allen key, and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to be.
Despite its stunning design even though it looks expensive, this cot is very affordable. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our tester even though you have to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is alphabetically labelled so there's no way to make a mistake.
The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately, which might be off-putting for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and often more often which isn't something to worry about. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good when you buy it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that clips to the top rated cots of the cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be tucked away safely under the cot when baby is done. It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.
This cot is a durable option that is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years older (or even longer if you get the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's changing needs.
Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's also a good choice for small rooms and ceilings that slope, as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel separating the cot from your toddler's bedroom.
The cot is designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also add under-bed drawers to store clothes, toys tots and cots nappies.