Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
When it comes to buying a cot bed for your baby, there are a lot of things to consider. If you choose the right one, you can ensure that your baby is secure and comfortable for their first year.
The overall winner is this high-end cot from Silver Cross, which we love for its streamlined aesthetic and easy assembly. It also comes with the mattress base, which can be adjusted through three height positions as your child grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed
This cot bed made of wood has a timeless style and a solid construction, making it a fantastic choice for parents looking for furniture for their nursery. The cot comes with three adjustable base heights, meaning it can grow with 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 in preventing wood the damage caused by growing baby teeth. There's also a handy built-in wardrobe for storing clothing, nappies and blankets.
The Coxley's timeless style, classic white finish and oak accents make it a stylish piece that will fit into any nursery decor. It's a cot that's large, larger than most, that can be converted into a toddler's room. It also comes with a separate dressing table as well as a changing table. Victoria, mum of two boys aged three and eight, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are sturdy and secure for our little ones and the matching changing table/dresser provides the perfect place to store their diapers, clothing and bedding.
This classic, all-white cot by Silver Cross is easy to build and compatible with standard cot mattresses. It also has cast pewter handles with contrasting colors. It's designed to last from birth and can be changed into a toddler bed when appropriate time comes, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.
It comes in a variety of neutral shades and can easily be integrated into any nursery decor. This makes it an ideal option for both boys and girls. Cots 4 Tots UK loved the fact that this cot is also easy to clean and it's compatible the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, which is perfect for the cot, to ensure there are no gaps between the sides.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi is designed by the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery piece that will grow with your baby. It is suitable from birth to the age of five and can be adapted to meet changing needs. It begins as a bassinette and can be transformed into an crib (with rails on the sides) and then it becomes a junior bed.
The crib has wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation when your baby sleeps. This helps create a calming sleep environment and ensures your child enjoys an enjoyable sleep. Parents appreciate that the curved corners protect against sharp edges, which they say makes babies feel secure and secure. The slatted design allows parents to keep an eye on the baby from every angle, giving 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 a great way to avoid purchasing an entirely new mattress and free up space for furniture.
The cot bed is made of durable and sturdy beech wood, with an environmentally friendly finish, making it safe for your kid. It is easy to clean and features a neutral color scheme that looks beautiful in any room. It is important to note that this cot is not cheap however the quality and practicality of it ensure that, if you take good care of it it, it will last for years and can be used again by the next child.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is a classic, sleigh-style cot bed with open sliding sides and teething rails to protect your baby from curious little hands and mouths. It's super easy to assemble and is a great option for those who want an elegant design with a classic look that fits seamlessly into the other furniture in your nursery. Vicky who was our tester thought that the curved shape is better suited for smaller spaces than the other sleigh beds we tried. Its three height positions are ideal for infants to toddlers. Its large under-drawer provides plenty of space to store your baby's essentials with handles and a smooth pull-out feature.
It is simple to convert the cot into a junior mattress as soon as your child is of the age where it is appropriate to do it. Simply remove the side rails and lower both ends. Include an appropriate wardrobe for your junior bed for a stylish finish and to provide your child with plenty of storage space. It comes with a top mattress of 140x70cm that is 100% breathable and is designed to fit perfectly.
This gorgeous crib is an excellent investment piece that can see your child from infancy to early toddler years. It's a pricier option over other cot beds we tried, but our test participant, Annie believes it's worth the price because it can be used for a long time to come. It's a sleek and stylish design that comes with additional features such as teething rails, as well as a useful under-drawer and its solid wood construction is incredibly robust. It is a little heavy so be aware when moving it yourself after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The standout piece of the Obaby Stamford furniture collection the sleigh cot bed is exquisitely made with a hand-shaped curving end. It comes in a variety of finishes to fit any nursery and is in perfect harmony with the rest of the Stamford range. It's also extremely adaptable and transforms from a cot into a toddler bed with the removal of both sides. Then, it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child gets older. It comes with a big storage drawer under, teething rails and 3 adjustable height levels, making it as functional as it is fashionable.
Beckie is an experienced parent tester, believes that this is an outstandingly designed cot with the ability to adapt to your child's needs. Its sleigh-style design makes it a stunning centerpiece for any nursery, and its sturdy acacia hardwood construction is high quality. The slatted sleigh style is also a great option for smaller spaces, since the gaps between the slats are smaller than those on other designs.
It's not the least expensive model in our list, but parents testers believed it was worth the money. It's built to last. It can be transformed into an infant's bed by taking out the rails on the sides, and later it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is around four years old. It also comes with extra features, including the under-drawer teething rails, three heights that are adjustable It's an investment piece that can grow with your baby for many years to be.
The sleigh cot can be used with any mattress. The Stamford cot bed, which comes with dual sleeping surfaces, can be purchased to complement the sleigh bed. The fabric is super soft and breathable Tencel, which will keep your child cool and comfortable. The other side is made of polyurethane, which provides extra strength and resilience. Both are safe, hypoallergenic and anti-fungal.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
If you're looking for a fashionable cot bed that will grow with your child, the Mamas & Papas Franklin is an excellent choice. It is suitable for children from birth up to 4 years old, and can be converted into a cool daybed or toddler bed. The base has 2 different height positions to make it easier for you to access your child, and you could even add an under bed drawer for extra storage. It also is able to pass the trampoline test which means it is safe for older children to use.
Our testers were impressed with how easy it was to assemble this cot. Our deputy editor said that it was "a breeze". It's also among the tiniest flatpack cots on the market, making it easy to move around your nursery. Additionally, it's packaged in a streamlined box that's recyclable when your little one grows out of it.
The cot has an cushion that is insulated. Our testers found to be a fantastic feature as it helps to keep your baby at a comfortable temperature for a longer time. It's also a spacious cot, with enough room for bedding and toys. Our test moms also loved that the cot has teething rails that provide added comfort.
Pair this cot with matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery, you can buy the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This 2-in-1 collection is designed to last through the first years. It combines style with clever storage solutions that are long-lasting. It has a convertible cot/daybed which can be used as a toddler's bed as well as a dresser, and a full-size closet with a large drawer. This is an excellent option for those who have smaller bedrooms, sloped roofs or want to save space.