Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide In Cot Beds

cheap cot bed Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed comes with all the extras you need such as a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also simple to put together, and will look great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is packed with amazing design features, all based on a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed and will carry your child from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also features three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby. It also has an lower base for extra security. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails that protect your baby's gums when they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could give it to future babies.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress separately, as the cot beds don't always come with one. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best crib cot mattress is made from springs, foam, or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm, so that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head doesn't get caught in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, brings a fun feel to the nursery. The slats with a color give a pop of color that will make your child feel comfortable. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your decor, and comes with the matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white or soft grey and it takes just an hour to assemble with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws really helping you out.

This cot bed will grow with your child. It is possible to add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to match, but if you're planning to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is worth a look.

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be set up high to allow easy access for your child. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowels that give it a distinct look from other cot beds in this price range. It comes with three different heights of base for your baby to suit their requirements. This means that you won't have to bend over to lift them from the bed, which can save your back.

This is also a great option for a nursery that is small dimensions with a sloped ceiling or you don't want the cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that occupies less space than you expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh details 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 to a junior bed by removing the side rails. It comes with a 140cm x70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed, but it's not big like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also comes with a drawer to keep your baby's necessities close by.

This cot will grow with your child. You can remove the rails and convert it to a toddler bed. Once they grow out of that then you can convert it into a practical day bed.

This cot bed has an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved edges flow into the curving side rails to create the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to place your newborn without having to bend over. It also has teething rails that protect your baby's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.

This cot isn't expensive, but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are easy to follow with useful pictures. However, in case you're concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to gift their child with something they can cherish. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last an extended period of time. It's also easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. The tester liked that there are no gaps between the edges of the cheap cot bed so your baby won't fall out of his 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 as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into an old-fashioned bed. It will stay in your child's room for many years.

This cot looks expensive however, it's actually quite affordable. Our tester said it was the best value cot bed she's ever tried and especially since you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For certain parents, this could be a problem. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least once a year, and more often, so this isn't really something to worry about. It's also made of natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot in a traditional style. It's extremely affordable. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. When baby is finished with this, it folds completely away beneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.

The cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainable wood - in this case, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and comes with three mattress bases to accommodate the growing needs of your child.

Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose dangerous for children. It's also a great option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small cot beds amount of floor space, with just the side panel that separates the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

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