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When you're looking at cot beds for sale (mouse click the next document), you want something that's solid, safe and of an appropriate size. This model is constructed by hand and it ticks all of the boxes. Our panel liked the combination of pine and white.
This crib bed comes with all the accessories you require, including an area for storage as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with stunning features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It will surely see your little one through from newborn until they are four years old.
Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby, and a lower base for added security. The cot also has a handy under cot storage draw and teething rails which will protect your infant's gums when they start getting their first teeth.
Our parent tester Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to put together it looked stunning and came with many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it was gender neutral and she could give it to the next generation of babies.
You'll also need to buy a mattress separately, as cot beds do not always come with one. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir, and must be 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 should be no greater than 6.5cm so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, gives a fun feel to the nursery. The coloured slats give a pop of color that will make your child feel at home. It's the perfect suitable for a variety of nurseries and the matching changing unit will make it all more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral colors that are soft grey and white. It will take just one hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.
This cot bed can grow with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit which will allow them until they reach the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to match, but if you're looking to invest in an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is worth considering.
It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, meaning you can put the mattress up high to make it easier for your baby to get in and out of. It's also a sturdy build and can be used with standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. 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 of online cots on our list, but it still provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a wonderful option if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges which create a distinctive look from other cot beds in this price range. It comes with three different base heights for your baby to meet their needs. This means you don't need to bend to get them out of the bed, which can save your back.
This is also a great alternative if your nursery is an insignificant size 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 an eye-catching piece that takes up less room than you might expect from its appearance."
The curved sleigh details on the cot's ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, then it can be converted to a junior bed by cutting off the side rails. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress and features a large under-drawer on runners and handles for easy access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The final cot in our round-up is this chic model from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style bed, but it's not heavy like other sleigh beds. It also comes with a drawer to keep your baby's necessities close by.
This cot will grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they grow beyond that the cot, you can transform it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed features stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to differentiate it from other cot beds, creating an exquisite choice. The premium mattress can be lowered in two positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without having to lean over. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums while they are teething.
This cot isn't cheap baby cots for sale, but it is beautiful and will impress your family and friends who visit. The instructions are simple to follow and include useful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary, and disposing of the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child with a piece of furniture they can cherish. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will stand the test of time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it to be particularly handy that the cot doesn't have any gaps along the edges so your baby will not get out of the bed.
It can also be converted into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. Simply remove the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key, and it transforms into a gorgeous, traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to be.
Although it looks expensive the cot is very affordable. It was rated the best rated cribs value cot-bed by our testers even though you require the mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled so you can't go wrong.
The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more frequently. So this is not a big problem. It's also made from natural wood, which means you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
A stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional design, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a matching changing table that clips to the top of the cot to allow to make it quick and easy to change nappy. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked safely away underneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.
This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use until your child is four years older (or even longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably sourced wood - in this case, a blend of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress base positions to adapt to the needs of your child's growing.
Grace, a tester for parents loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with sloped ceilings, as it takes up only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is all that is needed to separate the cot from your toddler's room.
The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more toys, nappies and clothes should you wish to.