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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking at cot beds available for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique combination of white and natural pine.
This crib bed comes with all the accessories you require, including storage compartments as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also simple to assemble, and looks fantastic in any nursery for babies.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is brimming with wonderful design features that follow an exquisitely crafted look. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will carry your child from the time of birth until age four.
Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's size and a lower base which adds security. The cot also comes with an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that will protect your infant's gums when they start getting their first teeth.
Our parent tester Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said that it was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it down to future children.
You'll also need to purchase a mattress on your own, as the cot beds don't always come with a mattress. You'll need to choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the right size. The ideal cot mattress is made from springs, foam or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child can't get out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to stop your baby's head from getting stuck.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your child feel at home. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and blends seamlessly with the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes less than an hour to put together, with the clear instructions and screws in separate packs really helping you out.
The cot bed can grow with your child, with the option of a junior extension kit which can allow them to grow up to about age five. This is a premium option with a price that can match. If you want to invest in furniture for your nursery that will last for years, it's worth looking into.
It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights, meaning you can put the mattress up high to make it easy for your child to move in and out of. It's also sturdy and will fit standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed however it still offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
This is a fantastic option if you want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features rounded dowels which create a distinctive look from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby, with three base heights to suit their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend over to pick up your baby.
It's also a great option for those with a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy the floor with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you imagine."
The curved sleigh detail on the cot ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. It then converts to a junior bed by taking the side rails off and lowering the ends. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress and has a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This elegant cot made by Obaby is the last option in our roundup. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these types of beds and it also has an under-bed drawer that lets you keep all the Baby Crib essentials easily within reach.
One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is that it will adjust to your child's needs as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails to transform it into a toddler bed, and when they are old enough, you can even turn it into a useful daybed.
This cot bed features a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are incorporated into the curving side rails to create a truly luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions to make it easier for you to place your baby down without having to bend. The teething rails protect your baby's gums when they are teething.
This cot is not cheap baby cots and tots - this site -, but it is beautiful and will impress your family and friends who visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot bed is the ideal option for parents who want their baby to grow up in a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's sturdy and well-constructed which means it will last a long time. It's also easy to assemble and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed that there are no gaps between the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall off the bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. You just remove the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key and it transforms into a gorgeous, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
This cot looks expensive but it's actually very affordable. Our tester said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tried, especially as you still require a mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so there's no way to fail.
The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more frequently. So this is not a big problem. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot in a traditional style. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that is attached to the top of cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is finished. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to pick from.
This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years of age (or even longer if you get the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainable hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving needs.
Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted, and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's also a good choice for small rooms and ceilings with slopes, since it occupies a tiny floor space, and only the side panel that separates the cot from your toddler's bedroom.
The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and simple instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included too, and you can include drawers underneath the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.