Cot Beds: A Simple Definition

Cot Beds For Sale – A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds available for sale, you want something that’s safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is brimming with great features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It’s also built to last and easily converts into a toddler bed. It is sure to see your little one through from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also has three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to accommodate your growing baby. It also has a lower base for added security. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that can help protect your baby’s gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan really liked this cot bed. She said that it was simple to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including an excellent storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it’s gender neutral, so you can pass it down to your children in the future.

Another thing to remember is that cot beds don’t always include a mattress so you’ll have to purchase this separately too. You’ll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The most suitable mattress for cots is made of foam, spring or coir and should be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars shouldn’t be greater than 6.5cm to ensure that your child’s head doesn’t get trapped in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, brings a fun feel to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors give a pop of color that will make your child feel comfortable. It is a perfect design for any nursery and the changing table that comes with it will tie it all together. The cot comes in two neutral shades – white or soft grey and it takes only an hour to assemble with the clear directions and screws in separate packs that will help you.

The cot bed will expand with your child. It comes with the option of adding an extension kit for juniors which can take them up to around age five. This is a premium option that comes with a price to match. However, if you’re looking to purchase nursery furniture that will last for years, it’s worth considering.

It is suitable for babies from birth. The mattress can be set up high for easy access by your child. It’s also built to last and will fit standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with an oval shape that’ll increase your baby’s sense of security and safety. It’s the smallest cot on our list but still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice if you want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It comes with three different base heights for your baby to suit their requirements. This means that you won’t need to bend to pick them up from bed, which can ease your back.

It’s also a good choice for those with a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy too much floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: “It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you imagine.”

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed’s ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted into a junior bed simply by cutting off the side rails. It includes a 140cmx70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this stylish alternative from Obaby. It’s a sleigh-style design but doesn’t have the bulky feel you often get with these kinds of beds. And it also has an under-bed drawer that allows you to keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.

This cot will grow with your child’s. You can take off the side rails to transform it to a toddler bed. And when they are old enough, you can even turn it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed comes with an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved edges flow into the curving side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The premium mattress can be adjusted in two different positions making it easy to place your newborn without having to bend over. It also has teething rails that protect your baby’s delicate gums during their teething period.

This cot isn’t inexpensive, but it’s stunning and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with useful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it to the wall, if required and Cots4tots then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed an excellent choice for parents who wish for their little one to grow into a piece furniture they will cherish. It’s well-constructed and sturdy, so will last for a long time, plus it’s easy to build and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially useful that the cot doesn’t have any gaps at the edges so your baby isn’t able to be thrown out of the bed.

It’s also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. You just remove the side bars and solid ends with an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that will be part of your child’s bedroom for many years to come.

The cot appears expensive, however, it’s actually quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the best value cot bed she’s tested, especially as you still need to buy the mattress separately. It’s also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically so you can’t go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this may be a deal-breaker. It’s important to keep in mind that you’ll likely need to replace your child’s mattress at least once a year, and more often and this shouldn’t be an issue. It’s also made from natural wood, so you can 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’s extremely affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot for super-speedy changing nappy. When baby’s done with this, it folds securely under the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. older (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made from sustainably sourced hardwood an amalgamation of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress positions so that you can adjust it to your child’s growing requirements.

Parent tester Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn’t have sharp edges that could pose a hazard for little ones. It’s an excellent choice for rooms with ceilings that slope, as it takes up little floor space. The side panel is the only thing that separates the cot and your toddler’s room.

The cot was designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included, as well as the option to add drawers under the bed for extra storage space nappies, toys and clothes If you’d like.