White Wooden Cot Bed
This attractive, sturdy wooden cot is constructed to last. It complies with European standards and is baby safe, so you can rest sure that your baby will sleep peacefully in it.
It's a costly option, but it's extremely sturdy and comes with teething rails and a drawer for storage. It comes with three mattress sizes and can be made into a toddler's bed by taking its sides off.
Style and design
A white wooden cot can be the centrepiece of any nursery. Use it to create an ambiance that is welcoming and peaceful for your baby, or add other colors to create a more dimensional space. A mix of different textures such as the woven rug and geometric throw blanket, can provide an additional layer of interest and enhance the color scheme you have chosen.
There are many options for your baby's crib bed. You can find something that will fit your budget. The Elementary cot, from John Lewis Anyday, is an excellent option for its value. It includes three mattress height positions, teething rails and other features that will keep your baby safe and secure even when they sleep.
Alternately you can choose alternatively, the Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed is a chic white cot with a classic style that will look good in any nursery. It can be used up to age 6 as a toddler bed, cot or day bed. It is made of sustainable Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, and comes with two sides that can be fixed for cot-mode and split ends to transform it into an adult bed.
If you want an cot bed that will last long into the age of baby, look into the Mamas and Papas Coxley or the Snuz kot, both of which can be adapted to become toddler beds with the purchase of an extra kit. You can also find cot beds with a low-set base, which is useful for small rooms and helps to prevent your child from climbing out of their bed.
Durability
This Silver Cross cot has the appearance and feel of a luxury product, with the quality and durability that matches. This sturdy cot is built to last and can be used by toddlers up to the age of a baby (you will need to take off the side rails). The sleigh-style cot comes with three heights that can be adjusted and a an innovative panelled design that can easily fit into all nursery styles. Its slightly hefty price tag may be a concern for some parents however, this is a high-quality product that will last for your child over many years.
Grace Grace, our MFM tester, found the instructions a bit confusing. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 which also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if necessary), and disposing of any packaging. The cot also has a teething rail, a storage drawer, and a variety of other features. This cot will add class and class to any nursery with its stunning truffle-inspired finish. Like other cot beds of high-end, it's suitable from birth until toddler age and can be transformed into a Toddler Bed to extend the life of this piece of furniture even further. It's available in a range of different colors that you can pick the one that matches your room.
Innovation
This cot bed may look like Scandi chic furniture but it will grow with your child. It has two mattress bases and one side can be removed to transform it into a toddler's bed. In contrast to the other cots we have tested, this one is constructed of sturdy natural pine wood.
It also comes with teething rails and an organizer to store all the essentials. Our panel loved the fact that it was so simple to assemble and took our tester just an hour and you don't need to be a master of DIY to put it together. The panel was particularly impressed that it passed the "trampoline" test - if you jumped onto it the thing wouldn't move!
Another cot with multi-functional functions from Stokke This is designed to carry your child through their teenage years. It can be used as a standard cot later it can be converted into a toddler bed and then an elegant sofa bed. It was well-liked by our panelists because it had a stylish design and could easily be moved from one room to another. They were also impressed with the simple lines and the fact that it fitted through standard door frames. Available in a variety of colors including light oak or grey wood finishes. It was the most expensive cot bed we tested but it definitely is worth the money.
Comfort
The comfort of their baby throughout the day is one of the most important aspects for new parents. The most comfortable white wooden cot bed can ensure that they are snug and safe. Alongside the bed itself, a mattress is vital and should be sturdy and free of cracks or tears. The top mattresses for cots have the highest quality mattress, which is made to be hypo-allergenic and water-resistant.
Another great option for new parents is this stylish sleigh cot made by Stokke which is a brand that is known for its sturdy and well-trusted products. This cot bed is available in three height settings, which makes it suitable for infants to toddlers. It is easy-to-assemble and comes with a deluxe mattress made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam. wooden cotbed comes with a deluxe foam mattress made of high density polyurethane flexible to provide your child with the best comfort and support.
A classic choice is this westport style from Silver Cross, which is both beautiful and practical. The cot is available in three different height positions. It can also be transformed into a bed for toddlers by removing the sides, and it has a premium mattress that is hypoallergenic and moisture-resistant. It's not the cheapest option however our reviewers believe it's worth the money for those who want a top-quality product that will last. It also comes with a rail for teething as well as a handy drawer underneath the bed. This cot is available in a range of colours to match your nursery.
Convertability
This cot bed can fit in with a modern or traditional nursery. Its timeless design that is clean and white with crisp finishes and rounded shapes. This crib can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting is more comfortable to hold infants. When they start climbing, lower the bed base to keep them from falling. If they are ready for more space to sleep take off the side rails to transform into a toddler bed. This allows your child to sleep until the age of three, and extends its usefulness beyond standard cribs and cots.
The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed has an Nordic design that blends oak with classic white lines for an elegant look. It also features a grid with short sides and three adjustable bars to provide additional security and safety. The cot comes with two positions for base adjustment, and a long-life cushion that can be adjusted according to the needs. This means it will grow with your baby and lasts longer than any other mattress on the market.
Its only downside is that it takes up more space on the floor of a nursery than a crib or cot, especially when you add a full-length under-bed storage drawer for baby blankets and bedding. Many parents believe that the extra durability and flexibility of a convertible cot bed is worth the initial investment over the course of time.
Storage and extra features
The most elegant white crib beds will include more storage space and other features. For example, some will have built-in drawers that are ideal for storing bedding and other baby essentials and others could have wheels that lock that make it easier to navigate around the nursery. Some of them will have teething bars and a changing table, saving you the expense of buying the items separately.
One of our favorites was the Veni Cot Bed, which features a spacious drawer for a trundle and is available in a selection of warm oak or classic white finishes to suit a wide range of styles. It's simple to put together even for a beginner DIYer, and is easy to transform into a toddler bed thanks to barriers that are removable and are separated from the end panels. We were also impressed with the quality of the wood, and the finish. It's sturdy and high end.
The main disadvantage of cot-beds is that they take up more floor space in the nursery than cribs or toddler beds especially when they're converted. This is something to keep in mind if you're working with a small space or a small nursery. Make sure you know the dimensions of a cot before buying it to ensure it will fit in your room.