Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide Towards Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you want a bed that is safe, sturdy and a good size. This model is made by hand, and it checks all the boxes. Our panel was impressed by the mix of white and pine.

This cot bed comes with all the added extras, including a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with great features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will be used by your child through from birth until the age of four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a modern alternative to the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's growth, and a lower base which adds safety. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums when they begin to develop their first teeth.

Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. She said it was easy to assemble, looked lovely and had many extra features, including storage drawers that are useful. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so it can be passed down to future babies.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always come with a mattress. You should choose a flat, firm mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The best mattress for cots and tots is made from springs, foam, or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to get out. The space between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to stop your baby's head from getting stuck.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun look to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add the right amount of color to make your little one feel at home. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, with an accompanying changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral shades: white or soft grey. it takes only an hour to assemble with the clear instructions and screws in separate packs aiding you in the process.

The cot bed can grow with your child, and includes the option to add a junior extension kit which can take them up to around age five. It's a premium choice with a price tag to be matched, but if you're looking to purchase an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is worth a look.

It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress up high to make it easy for your baby to move in and out of. It's also sturdy and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple and features an oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. It's the small cot on our list however it still offers plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This means you don't need to bend to get them out of bed, which could save your back.

This is a good alternative if your nursery is small dimensions or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want your cot bed to take up a lot of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh details on the ends of the cot bed bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted into a junior bed by cutting off the rails on the sides. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and has a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that allows you to keep all the baby necessities easily within reach.

The cot can expand with your child's. You can remove the rails and make it an infant bed. Once they grow out of it the cot, you can transform it into a useful daybed.

This cot bed is constructed from solid pine and features an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to set it apart from other cot beds, creating a truly luxurious choice. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two different positions, making it easier to position your baby without needing to bend over. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard your baby's delicate gums during their period of teething.

The cot isn't cheap, but it is beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain useful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if necessary and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed the ideal choice for parents who want their little one to grow into a piece furniture they'll cherish. It is sturdy and well-made, so it will last an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps along the edges, so that your baby can't get out of the bed.

It could also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. You just remove the side bars and solid ends with an Allen key and it transforms into a gorgeous traditional-style bed that can be part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.

Despite being so premium-looking the cot is relatively affordable cots. It was rated as the top ranked cribs price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you require a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to assemble and is labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback to this cot is that you have to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to change the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be an problem. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel confident when purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It includes a space-saving changing table that clips neatly to the top of the cot for quick changing nappy. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be transformed 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 get the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably sourced wood - specifically it's a mixture of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and comes with three mattress bases to adapt to the needs of your child's growing.

Grace, a parent tester was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a risk to children. It's a great option for rooms with ceilings that slope, as it takes up little floor space. The side panel is the only thing that is needed to separate the cot from the room of your toddler.

The cot is compliant with the strict safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included too, and you can add drawers under the bed for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes if you like.