Why People Don't Care About Cot Beds

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Why People Don't Care About Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When looking for a cot bed you want one that is safe, sturdy, and of a good size. The model is made by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel loved the mixture of pine and white.

This crib bed comes with all the extras you need, such as a storage compartment, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to build and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is packed with amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will be used by your child from the time of birth until age four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's size and the lower base, which increases safety. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.

Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it looked stunning and came with many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also liked the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it on to future babies.

Another thing to remember is that cot beds do not always include a mattress, so you'll have to purchase it separately. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The best mattress for cots is made of springs, foam or coir.  affordable cots  should be inspected 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 get out. The space between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to keep your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun 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 an ideal option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your decor, and comes with the matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together due to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can expand with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit which will allow them until they reach the age of five. It's a high-end option with a price tag that will match, but if you're planning to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is well worth looking into.

It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress high to make it easier for your baby to move in and out of. It's also built to last and will fit standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it provides plenty of space for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option if you want an old-fashioned cot. It has rounded dowels which create a distinctive look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend down to take your baby.



It's also a good choice if you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up more floor space with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's end gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed simply by cutting off the rails on the sides. It comes with a 140cm x70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot made by Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed however, it doesn't look bulky like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also comes with a drawer to keep all of your baby's necessities close by.

The cot can expand with your child's. You can remove the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And after  affordable cots 've outgrown it, you can even turn it into a useful daybed.

The cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carvings on the ends flow beautifully into the curved side rail to set it apart from other cot beds and create an exquisite choice. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered by two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without bending. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

Although it's quite expensive, this is a great-looking cot that will delight your family and friends when they visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful photos, however should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a fantastic option for parents looking to give their child a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's sturdy and well-made so will last for a long time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your baby grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall from bed.

It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed when your child is ready. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and the solid end pieces to turn it into an old-fashioned bed. It will remain in your child's bedroom for a long time.

Despite being so premium-looking even though it looks expensive, this cot is relatively affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still require the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and sometimes more often and this shouldn't be an issue. It's also made of natural wood, which means you can feel confident when purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy changing nappy. When baby's 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 pick from.

best cot beds  is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years old. of age (or even longer if you buy the extra toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably sourced wood - in this instance it's a mixture of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress base positions to adapt to the needs of the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's also a great option for rooms with small or ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of floor space, with just the side panel separating the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and simple instructions. The cot also comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.