This crib is suitable for babies from birth and designed to grow with your baby. It is made of European woods harvested sustainably. It features a curved design that can be easily incorporated into most spaces and can be transformed into an infant bed by taking out one side.
Our panel was able to assemble and feels like a solid, sturdy piece of kit that will last for years. It comes with a drawer and the most luxurious mattress.
Easy to Assemble
When shopping for a crib bed, it's easy to get caught up in the safety features and spec features. But don't overlook the design. It's important that the cot bed be an attractive piece of furniture that goes with the overall design and feel of your nursery.
This cot-bed made of white and wood from Silver Cross isn't cheap, however, it looks fantastic. It's "really beautiful" according to our MFM tester, and has an elegant shape in the sleigh design that is easy to dress up or down. It's also durable and practical with under-bed storage, teething rails and a classic sleigh-style shape that's easy to dress up or down.
The cot is easy to construct with clear instructions and an Allen key included. It took our test participant just 12 minutes to construct it, which she thought was impressive given it's a sturdy and durable piece of furniture. The slats for the mattress are fixed, which adds to the durability of the cot. The sides of the cot were not high enough to allow our tester to easily get in and out while changing nappies or feeding a baby.
The frame of the cot could be made from different types of wood that can alter the appearance and style. Mahogany, for instance, has a rich color and can add a luxurious feel to your nursery, while oak is strong and can hold its shape well. The wood is FSC certified and therefore sustainable.
If you're not an experienced DIY expert, or you don't have the time or the patience to complete the task, John Lewis offers a service of assembly at a cost of PS60. This includes putting the cot on the wall if necessary and disposing the packaging. It's important to remember that you'll need to purchase an additional mattress for this cot.
The best thing about this cot bed natural wood bed is that it can be used until your child reaches four, and then transformed into an infant's bed. The slatted bed base has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your child's changing needs. It's also constructed with top-quality materials and tested to ensure it complies with all the most recent British and European safety standards.
Elegant Design
A wood and white cot bed is a fashionable accessory to any nursery. Its Scandinavian design sleek lines and stylish design will last throughout the years of childhood and beyond. A lot of cribs are designed to adapt as your child grows, with adjustable mattress base heights, and the possibility to convert into single or toddler beds.
It is crucial to choose the best cot mattress for your child in order to give them the best possible sleep. The best cot mattresses are made of natural fibres such as cotton, wool or organic latex. They should be breathable to prevent your baby from overheating. Avoid PU foam mattresses as they are often cheaper but have a short life span and are degraded quickly, particularly when they're wet.
By taking the side rails off a crib bed you can easily transform it into the bed of a toddler. This will give your child the freedom to move up and down from their bed independently. The Leander Linea cot and the Stokke Sleepi Mini have this functionality, and the slats can be removed when your child has grown out of the cot.
When buying a new cot bedding woodland, be sure it meets all safety standards set by the industry and government. Look for things such as sturdy construction, a raised edge to stop your child from climbing out, and the ability to lower the bed when they start trying to stand up in bed.
It is also important to ensure that your cot bed is safe for use with a standard fitted sheet and that the mattress is the correct size. The recommended dimensions of a cot bed white and wood-bed mattress are 140cm x 70cm. This is more than the standard single mattress.
If you're looking for a stylish, practical cot that will grow with your child, look into the Oliver Furniture Wood Mini+. Its minimalist design and the non-visible screws are the signature trade mark of the brand, and it's built from solid and moulded birch for a high-quality finish. It's also a green option, as the cot is certified FSC and only uses European forests, which makes it more sustainable than other wood products.
Sturdy Construction
When preparing the arrival of your baby, there are many things to consider. There are numerous options and decisions to make from the nursery to food and clothing plans. The cot mattress is one of the most important.
Cot mattresses should be strong enough to support the infants and tiny babies. They must also be responsive to pressure, movement, and turning. Mattresses made of cheap foam and springs tend to deform rapidly and aren't as responsive like a pocket spring or a coir mattress coated with latex that will last longer and is kinder to your baby's spine.
If you're considering a wood or white cot bed, it is important to check that the mattress has an adjustable base height to accommodate your baby's growth. This is a safety feature that can allow you encourage your child to get up and down independently. This will also provide them with a sense of independence and increase confidence in themselves as they begin to learn to master the art of getting into and out of bed.
A cot bed that is of the highest quality will also be able to be converted into a toddler bed which can help prolong its life and reduce the cost of replacements down the line. The Oliver Furniture Wood cot is a prime example of this. It comes with adjustable mattress heights, short grid side rails and three removable bars so that it can be used from birth until toddler years.
The Obaby Evie Cot Bed is the perfect addition to an modern nursery. Its clean lines and elegant design will be a perfect match for any nursery. It is built from solid pine wood cot bed with a beautiful mahogany finish that will add the perfect touch of class to any room. It also has a chic canopy, teething rails, and an under-bed storage drawer. It can also be transformed into an infant's bed. Compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Cot Mattress Your child will be able to rest comfortably until they are ready for the standard single-sized bed.
Practical Storage
The top cot beds don't just tick the boxes for safety - they're packed with style and functionality too. There are cots to suit every budget and taste regardless of whether you prefer a traditional sleigh style or something more modern.
When it comes to storage options for your cot, you can choose between a simple under-bed storage drawer or a larger wardrobe. The former can be an ideal way to store all of your baby's clothes and bedding in one place and is a great option for parents who don't have much spare space in their home. You can choose an item with a lid that is ideal for keeping nappies or other essentials out of sight but easily accessible.
The Obaby Stamford Sleigh Cotbed is a cot that grows with your child. It is made to last until the toddler is ready for the big bed. It also comes with amazing features like a large storage drawer and teething bars. The teething rails are excellent feature to prevent your child from slipping off the bed in the night. The cot also comes with raised side panels that help to contain and prevent the child from escaping.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed is another excellent alternative. It's priced a bit cheaper than other premium cot-beds, but still offers great value for money. It comes with three mattress height positions, which makes it suitable for use from birth to age four. It is constructed of FSC pine. Our test subjects rated it as the easiest cot to assemble, thanks to its alphabetically labelled flatpack parts and simple instructions.
If you do not have much floor space or simply want to keep their child's items out of view, you could opt for the trunk with a trundle. They're a fantastic addition to any bedroom and can be used to store books, bedding as well as toys and other household items. They're easy to clean and you can even purchase an trundle drawer kit that will transform your trunk into a convenient changing station complete with a changing mat.
A Wood and White Cot Bed
