Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
When buying a cot-bed for your baby, there are plenty of things to think about. With the right choice you can be sure that your child is safe and comfortable during the first year of their life.
This high-quality cot by Silver Cross is our overall top pick. We are awestruck by its sleek design and the ease of assembly. It also comes with a mattress base that adjusts by three height positions as your baby grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed
This cot bed made of wood has a timeless style and a sturdy construction that makes it a great option for parents searching for furniture for their nursery. The cot bed comes with three levels that can be adjusted so it can be adapted to grow with your child. It is suitable for children up to age four. It also has teething rails that our testers discovered to be extremely useful to protect the wood from damage caused by growing teeth. It also has an integrated wardrobe that can be used to keep blankets, clothing and nappies.
The Coxley's timeless style, classic white finish and oak accents make it a stylish piece that will blend into any nursery decor. It's a big cot bed that is larger than many that can be turned into a toddler's bed and has a separate dresser and changing station as well. Victoria, mum of two boys aged three and eight, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They feel solid and secure for our children, and the matching dresser/changing table is the perfect spot 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 features cast pewter handles that are striking. It's designed to last and can be converted into a bed for toddlers when the time is right. Compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress for the most comfortable sleep.
It is available in a range of neutral shades and can easily be incorporated into any nursery decor. This makes it a fantastic option for both boys as well as girls. The fact that the cot was easy to clean and compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress, which is perfect for it, meant that our testers loved it.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi is designed by Stokke, a Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery piece that grows with your baby. It is suitable from birth to five years of age and can be expanded to meet changing requirements. It starts as a bassinette and could be converted into an crib (with side rails) and later it can be converted into a junior bed.
The crib has wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation while your baby is napping. This creates a calm sleeping environment for your baby, and aids them sleep soundly. Parents love that the curved corners protect against sharp edges, which helps babies feel safe and secure. The slatted design enables parents to monitor the baby from every angle which gives them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
The cot can be converted into a bed for toddlers by taking off the sides. We did this with our son. This is a great option to save money on buying a new bed, and saves space in the bedroom for other furniture or toys.
The cot bed is constructed of durable and sturdy beech wood with an environmentally friendly finish, making it safe for your bundle of joy. It's a neutral colour scheme which will look fantastic in any room, as well being easy to clean. This cot isn't cheap, but its quality and function mean that it will last you for a long time, and could even be used by your next baby when you take care of it.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
The Snowdon is a beautiful, classic sleigh-style bed with open slatted side panels as well as teething rails that shield your child from curious hands and mouths. It's easy to assemble, and is a great option for those who want an elegant, traditional design that blends seamlessly into your nursery. Vicky, our tester, thought that the curved shape was more suitable for smaller rooms than the other sleigh beds that we tested. The three different height positions are ideal for newborns through to toddlers. Cots 4 Tots UK under the bed offers plenty of storage space and has a smooth sliding pull-out mechanism.
When your baby is old enough to progress to a junior bed it is easy to convert by taking the side rails off and lower the cot's ends. You can also add a matching junior bed wardrobe to give it a stylish look and to give your child plenty of storage. It comes with a Finest mattress 140 x70cm, which is 100% breathable and designed to perfectly fit.
This beautiful cot bed is an ideal investment piece that will carry your child through from infancy to the toddler years. It's pricier over other cot beds that we've tested but our tester, Annie believes it's worth the price tag because it can be used for many years to come. It's a sleek and stylish design that comes with additional features such as teething rails and an under-drawer and its solid wood construction is impressively sturdy. It's a bit on the heavy side though, so bear that in mind if you're moving it around after installation.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This Sleigh cot is a standout piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It features a beautifully designed curved top that has been hand-shaped. It comes in a range of finishes that can be matched to any nursery, and it coordinates with the rest Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable, and it can transform from cot to toddler bed with the removal of both sides, then can be transformed into a daybed or sofa as your child grows older. It comes with a large storage compartment under, teething bars and 3 levels of adjustable height.
Beckie, an experienced parent tester, believes that this is an excellently designed cot that has the capacity to adapt to the needs of your child. The sleigh-style style makes it a stunning centerpiece for any nursery, and its tough acacia hardwood construction is of high quality. The slatted design is also a great choice for smaller rooms as the gaps between the slats of this model are narrower.
It's not the most affordable, but parent testers thought it was worth the cost. It's built to last. It can be transformed into a toddler's bed by removing the rails on the sides, and later a sofa or day bed when your child reaches about four years old. With numerous extras such as the under-drawer and teething rails, this is an investment that will continue to grow with your child for years to come.
The sleigh cot can be used with any cot mattress. It can also be purchased with the Stamford cot mattress that has a dual sleeping surface. The fabric is super soft and airy Tencel, which will keep your child cool and comfortable. The other side is made from polyurethane, for added strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are safe and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
If you want a stylish cot bed that will grow with your child and their needs, the Mamas & Papas Franklin is an excellent choice. It is suitable for babies up to 4 years old, and can be converted into a cool day bed or toddler bed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights, making it easier to reach your child. You can also include an under-bed drawer to provide additional storage. It also passes the trampoline test', which means it's safe to be used by older kids.
Our test participants were impressed by how easy it was to assemble this cot. Our deputy editor commented that it was "a doddle". It's also one of the tiniest flatpack cots that are available, making it easy to shift around the nursery. It's also housed in a sleek and stylish box that is easy to recycle once your child is no longer using it.
The cot includes an mattress that is insulated. Our test participants found this to be a great feature, since it keeps your baby's temperature in check for a longer. It's also a good-sized cot, with enough room for toys and bedding. Our test mums also liked the fact that the cot comes with teething rails that provide added comfort.
To complete the nursery set, pair this cot with the matching Franklin Dresser and Franklin Wardrobe (available separately). This 2-in-1 range is designed to last through the early stages of. It combines style with clever storage solutions that last. It includes a cot/day bed which converts into a toddler bed and an armoire, which has the capacity of a full-size wardrobe, with deep drawers and hanging rails on the ends. This is a great option for those with smaller bedrooms, roofs that slope or are looking to reduce space.