White Wooden Cot Bed
This elegant and sturdy wooden cot bed has been built to last. It is made to European standards, and is safe for infants. You can rest assured that your child will sleep peacefully.
It's expensive, but it feels really sturdy and includes teething rails and a drawer for storage. It also has three mattress heights and can be converted into a bed for toddlers by removing the sides.
Design and style
A white wooden cot-bed can be the centerpiece of any nursery. Make it an atmosphere that is calm and inviting for baby, or add other tones of your choice to give more depth to the room. A variety of textures, like the woven rug or geometric throw blanket, will add an extra layer of interest to your chosen colour scheme.
You can choose from a wide range of styles and designs for the cot bed of your baby, and there are options to suit every budget. For instance the cot that is Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range is a great value that comes with three mattress height positions as well as teething rails to be certain that your baby will be safe and secure as they move around during their sleeping.
The Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed, a stylish white cotbed with an elegant design and a classic design, is perfect for any nursery. It can be used as an adult daybed, toddler bed or cot up to the age of six. It is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, and has two fixed sides in the cot position and two split ends to facilitate the eventual transition to an adult bed.
You can also extend the Snuz Kot or the Mamas and Papas Coxley cot into a toddler beds by purchasing an additional kit. There are also cot beds with an extremely low base, which is useful for smaller rooms and can help keep baby from climbing out of their bed.
Durability
This Silver Cross cot has the look and feel of a high-end product, but with the quality and durability that matches. This sturdy cot bed is made to last and can be used from the time of birth until toddlerhood (you'll have to remove the side bars). The sleigh-style cot comes with three heights that can be adjusted and a an innovative panelled design that can be easily integrated into many nursery designs. This product is of top quality and will last for many years.
Our MFM test subject Grace found this cot easy to put together, though you might find that the instructions are a little unclear. John Lewis offers a service of assembly for a cost of PS60, which includes mounting the cot to the wall, if required, and disposing all packaging. The cot comes with plenty of extras,, including a storage drawer and teething rails. This cot adds sophistication and style to any nursery thanks to its stunning truffle-inspired finish. It's a top crib bed that's suitable for infants up to toddlers. It can also be turned into a Toddler Bed, extending the time of the furniture. You can pick from a variety of colors to fit your space.
Innovation
It might look like a piece of Scandi stylish furniture, but this cot bed is practical and can grow with your child as it comes with two mattress heights, and one side can be removed to transform it into a toddler bed (suitable from when your little one is ready). This cot is made of solid pine wood, which is different from the other cots we have test.
It also comes with teething rails and an organizer to store all the essentials. It took our test subject an hour to put it together, and you don't have to be a professional DIYer to build it. The panel was particularly impressed that it did well in the "trampoline" test when you jumped on it, it wouldn't move!
Another cot with multi-functional functions from Stokke This is designed to take your child right up to their teenage years. It can be used as a standard cot then transformed into a toddler bed and then a stylish sofa bed. It was well-liked by our panelists because it had a stylish design and was easily moved from one room to another. The panel was also appreciated for its simple, clean lines and for fitting through standard door frames. Available in a variety of colours including light oak or grey wood finishes. This was the most expensive cot bed that we test, but it appears to have been well worth the price.
Comfort
One of the most important factors for parents who are new is making sure that their child is secure throughout the day. The best white wooden cot bed can ensure that it is comfortable and secure. In addition to the bed itself, a mattress is crucial and should be sturdy and free of cracks or tears. wooden cotbed for cots have the highest quality mattress, which is made to be hypo-allergenic and waterproof.
Another top pick for parents who are expecting is this stylish sleigh cot from Stokke which is a brand that is that is known for its durable and well-trusted products. This cot bed has three height settings, which makes it suitable for newborns through to toddlers. It is easy to put together and comes with a luxurious mattress made of high density polyurethane flexible foam. It comes with a luxurious foam mattress that is made of high density polyurethane flexible to provide your child with superior comfort and support.
A classic choice is this westport style from Silver Cross, which is both beautiful and practical. The cot can be adjusted to three different heights and can be converted into a bed for toddlers by taking its sides off. It also comes with a hypo-allergenic, water-resistant mattress. Our reviewers found it to be worth the cost if you desired a sturdy, top-quality product. It also comes with a teething rail and a handy drawer under the bed. This cot comes in a variety of colors that will match your nursery.
Convertability
This cot bed can be incorporated in with either a contemporary or traditional nursery. It has a timeless design with clean white finishes and rounded shapes. The cot can be adjusted up to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting allows you to scoop up newborns. Once they begin climbing to the top of the bed, lower the base to stop them from falling. When they are ready to move on to a bigger sleep space take off the side rails and convert into a toddler bed. This allows your little one to sleep up to 3 years old, and extends its use to longer than traditional cribs and cots.
The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed features a Nordic design that combines oak with classic white lines for an elegant look. It also has a short grid sides and three removable bars to provide additional security and safety. The cot features two adjustable base positions and a cushion with a long-life that can be altered as needed. This ensures it grows with your child and lasts longer than other mattress available.
The only potential drawback of this product is that it occupies more floor space in the nursery than a crib or infant cot. This is especially the case if you include an entire length of storage under the bed compartment to store baby blankets and bedding. Many parents find that the added flexibility and durability of the convertible bed is worth the initial investment.
Storage and extra features
The most elegant white crib beds will come with more storage and extra features. For instance, some come with built-in drawers that can be used to store bedding and other essentials for babies and others could have lockable castors or wheels to make it easier to move around the nursery. Other models will also include teething rails as well as changing tops which will prevent you from having to purchase these items separately.
One we loved was the Veni Cot Bed, which has a large drawer for a trundle and is available in a selection of warm oak or classic white finishes to suit an array of styles. It's simple to put together even for a beginner DIYer, and is easy to transform into a toddler bed, due to the removable barriers that separate the end panels. We were also awed by the quality of the wood and finish that feels solid and luxurious.
The main drawback to cot beds is that they tend to take up more floor space than cribs or cots especially when they're converted into toddler beds. If you have an enviable nursery or a smaller space it is something you should be aware of. Examine the internal dimensions of a cot before buying it to make sure it will fit in your space.