Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
When buying a cot-bed for your baby, there are plenty of things to take into consideration. With the right choice you can ensure that your baby is safe and comfortable during the first year of their life.
The overall winner is this cot that is top-quality from Silver Cross, which we love for its streamlined aesthetic and easy assembly. It also has an adjustable mattress base that can be adjusted to three different heights as your baby grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed
With its timeless design and sturdy build, this wooden cot bed is an ideal option for parents who are new and seeking high-quality nursery furniture. The cot has three easily adjustable base heights, meaning it can adapt to the needs of your child's development and is suitable up to four years old. It also comes with practical teething rails, which our test subjects found to be excellent at protecting the wood from the damage caused by growing infants' teeth. bed cot wooden has an integrated wardrobe that can be used to store blankets, clothes and nappies.
The Coxley's timeless design, classic white finish and oak accents make it a stylish piece that will blend into any nursery decor. It's a cot bed that's large, bigger than most beds, and can be transformed into a toddler's cot and has a separate dresser and changing unit as well. Victoria, mum of two boys, aged 3 and 8years old, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are solid and safe for our kids and the matching changing table/dresser provides the perfect place to keep their diapers, clothes and bedding.
This classic, all-white cot by Silver Cross is easy to build and compatible with the standard cot mattress. It also comes with cast pewter handles that contrast. It's designed to last from birth and can be transformed into a toddler bed when appropriate time comes, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and safe sleep.
It's available in a variety of neutral shades and blends seamlessly into any nursery decor, which makes it a fantastic option for both girls as well as boys. Our testers were impressed that this cot is easy to clean and it's compatible the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted so that there aren't any gaps around the sides.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi, designed by Stokke, the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery piece that will grow with your baby. It is suitable from newborn to five years old, it expands and adapts to the changing needs of your little one. It starts as a bassinette and could be converted into a cot (with side rails) and later it can be converted into a junior bed.
The crib is built with wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation when your baby is sleeping. This helps create a calming sleep environment and ensures your little one has a restful and healthy sleep. Parents are awestruck by the curly edges that stop sharp corners and helps babies feel secure and safe. The slatted design lets parents to keep an eye on the baby from every angle which gives them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
You can convert the cot into a toddler's bed by taking the sides off. We did this with our son. This is an excellent way to avoid purchasing a new mattress, and also save space in your room for furniture.
The cot bed is made from durable and strong beech wood, with a non-toxic finish, making it safe for your little bundle of joy. It's a neutral colour scheme which is perfect for any room, as being easy to clean. The cot isn't expensive, but its design and functionality mean that it will last for many years and even be used by your next child if you look after it.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
The Snowdon is a classic, sleigh-style cot bed with open edges and teething rails to shield your baby from those curious little mouths and hands. It's easy to put together and a great choice for those who want an elegant design with a classic look that fits seamlessly into the other furniture in your nursery. Vicky, our tester, found that the curved design was better suited to smaller rooms than the other sleigh beds that we tested. The three different height positions are perfect for infants to toddlers. The large drawer underneath the bed offers plenty of storage space and has an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.
When your child is old enough to a junior bed it is easy to convert by removing the side rails and dropping both ends of the cot. Add an additional wardrobe for the junior bed to give it a stylish look and to give your child plenty of storage. It comes with a Finest mattress of 140x70cm that is 100% breathable and designed to fit perfectly.
This stunning cot-bed is great investment that will last your child from the beginning of their life to early toddler years. It's pricier than other cot beds we've evaluated, but our tester Annie believes it's worth the price tag because it can be used for an extended period of time. It's stylish and sleek design and features like teething rails, an under-drawer and solid wood construction that is extremely sturdy. It's a bit heavy, so be aware when you move it around after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This Sleigh cot is the most striking piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford collection. It features a stunningly designed curved top that has been hand-shaped. It comes in a variety of finishes that will fit any nursery and matches the rest of the Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable and transforms from cot to toddler bed by the removal of both sides. It can be transformed into a day bed or sofa when your child gets older. It has a huge storage area beneath, teething bars, and three levels of height.
Parent tester Beckie thinks this is a really well-designed cot, with the ability to change as your child grows. The sleigh design makes it an attractive centrepiece in any nursery and its sustainable acacia as well as radiata hardwood construction is of the highest grade. The slatted design is also an excellent choice for smaller spaces as the gaps between the slats of this model are a bit smaller.
The model is not the cheapest, but the parents who used it said it was worth it. It's designed to last and can be transformed into an infant bed by removing both side rails and then an occasional sofa or day bed when your child is outgrowing it around age four. With many extras such as the under-drawer and teething rails, this is an investment that will continue to grow with your child's development for years to come.
The sleigh cot can be used with any standard mattress. The Stamford cot bed, which has two sleeping surfaces is available to complement the sleigh bed. One side is composed of Tencel fabric that's super soft and breathable, helping your little one stay cool and comfortable, while the other is made of polyurethane for more strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are safe and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is a fantastic option when you're seeking a stylish cot that will grow along with your child. It's suitable from birth until 4 years old, and it can be transformed into an adorable toddler bed as well as a daybed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights, making it easier for you to reach your baby. You can also include an under-bed drawer to provide extra storage. It also is able to pass the trampoline test meaning it's safe for older children to use.
Our test participants were impressed by how easy it was to assemble this cot. Our deputy editor stated that it was "a easy task". It's also one of the tiniest flatpack cots that are available, making it easy to move around the nursery. It's also packaged in a sleek and stylish box that can be recycled easily once your child outgrows it.
The cot has an insulated mattress. Our test participants found this to be an excellent feature, as it helps keep your baby's temperature in check for longer. It's also a good-sized cot with plenty of space for toys and bedding. Our test mothers also appreciated the fact that the cot comes with teething rails that provide added comfort.
This cot can be paired with the 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 into the early stages of. It blends style and innovative storage solutions that are long-lasting. It comes with a day bed/cot which converts into a toddler bed, and dresser, as well as the capacity of a full-size wardrobe, with a deep drawer and handy hanging rails on the ends. It's a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, ceilings that slope or anyone looking to save space.