Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
There's a lot to take into consideration when you're looking to buy a cot for your baby. With the right choice, you can ensure that your baby is safe and comfortable during their first year.
Our overall winner is this high-end cot from Silver Cross, which we love for its streamlined aesthetic and simple assembly. It has an adjustable mattress that can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed
This cot made of wood comes with timeless design and sturdy construction that makes it a great option for parents who are looking for furniture for their nursery. The cot has three easily adjustable base heights, meaning it can grow with your child's development and is suitable up to four years old. It also comes equipped with teething rails that our testers found to be very useful in protecting the wood against damage caused by growing teeth. It also comes with a built-in wardrobe to store clothing, blankets and nappies.
The Coxley's timeless design, classic white finish and oak accents make it a chic piece that will blend into any nursery decor. It's a big cot, larger than most it can be turned into a toddler's room. It also comes with a separate dressing table as well as a changing table. Victoria is a mother of two boys between three and eight says "I love the clean lines on the Greenwich pieces. They feel solid and safe for our kids and the matching changing table/dresser is the perfect spot to store their clothes, diapers and bedding.
This classic cot bed in white made by Silver Cross has an easy-to-assemble design that's compatible with standard cot mattress sizes. It also has contrasted cast pewter handles. It's built to last from birth and can be converted into an adult bed when the time is right. It is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.
It's available in a range of neutral shades that fit seamlessly into any nursery, making it a great option for both girls and boys. Our testers were impressed that this cot is easy to clean, and it's compatible the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, which is perfect for the cot, so there are no gaps on the sides.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi is designed by the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a baby item that will grow with your baby. From newborn to five years old, it expands and adapts to the changing needs of your baby. Initially, wooden cot beds comes as an infant bassinette, which can be adapted to become a cot with side rails and later to be a junior bed (that's the model that Charlie tried with Seb).
The crib has spaced wooden bars which let air flow in while your baby sleeps. This creates a calm sleeping environment for your baby and helps them sleep soundly. Parents love the curved edges which prevent sharp corners, a feature they say makes babies feel safe and safe. The slatted design lets parents to monitor the baby from every angle providing them with peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
The cot can be converted into a toddler's bed by taking the sides off. We did this with our son. This is a great way to save money on buying a new bed, and saves space in the bedroom for other furniture or toys.
The cot bed comes with a sturdy, durable beechwood finish that is safe for children. This means it is safe for both your baby and you. It is easy to clean and has a neutral colour scheme that will look lovely in any room. The cot isn't inexpensive, but its durability and functionality mean that it will last for years, and can even be used by your next child when you take care of it.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is an elegant classic sleigh bed with open slatted side panels and teething rails that protect your baby against curious hands and mouths. It's incredibly easy to put together and a great choice for those looking for an elegant, traditional design that blends seamlessly into the other furniture in your nursery. Vicky who was our tester felt that the curved shape is better suited for smaller spaces than the other sleigh beds we tested. Its three different height settings are ideal for newborns through to toddlers. The large drawer underneath the bed has plenty of storage space. It also has an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.
When your baby is old enough to progress to a junior bed it is easy to convert by taking off the side rails and lower the cot's two ends. You can then put in a wardrobe for your junior bed to complete the look and give your child plenty of storage space. It comes with a premium mattress that measures 140x70cm. It is 100% breathable and is designed to fit perfectly.
This gorgeous cot bed is a fantastic investment piece that will carry your child from the beginning of their life to the toddler years. It's pricier than some of the other cot beds that we've tested but our tester, Annie believes it's worth the price considering that it can be used for an extended period of time. It's stylish and elegant design, with features like teething rails, an under-drawer and a solid wood structure that is extremely sturdy. It's a bit heavy and heavy, so keep that in mind when moving it yourself after assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The standout piece of the Obaby Stamford furniture collection the sleigh cot bed is beautifully constructed with a hand-crafted curved end. It comes in a variety of finishes to fit any nursery and is in perfect harmony with the rest of the Stamford collection. It's also highly adaptable and transforms from cot to toddler bed by the removal of both sides, then can be converted into a daybed or sofa as your child gets older. It has a huge storage drawer under, teething rails and 3 adjustable height levels, making it as functional as it is fashionable.
Beckie, a parent tester, thinks that this is a well designed cot that has the capacity to adapt to your child's needs. The sleigh-style design makes it a beautiful centerpiece in any nursery, and its eco-friendly acacia and radiata hardwood construction is of the highest grade. The slatted style is a great choice for smaller rooms since the gaps between the slats of this model are a bit smaller.
The model isn't the cheapest, but the parents who tested it thought it was worth the cost. It's built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed by taking off the side rails, and then it can be used as a day bed or sofa when your child reaches approximately four years old. And with a number of extra features, including the under-drawer teething rails, three heights that are adjustable, it's an investment piece that will continue to grow with your baby for many years to come.
The sleigh cot can be used with any cot mattress that is standard. The Stamford cot bed, which comes with a dual sleeping surface can be bought to complement the sleigh bed. One side is composed of Tencel fabric that's super soft and breathable, helping your child to stay cool and comfortable, while the other is made from polyurethane for added strength and resilience. Both are hygienic and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
If you're looking for a chic cot bed that grows with your child The Mamas & Papas Franklin is the ideal choice. It's suitable from birth to 4 years old, and it can be transformed into an awesome toddler bed and daybed. The base comes with two different height positions that make it easier to reach your child, and you can also add an underneath drawer for extra storage. It also passes the trampoline test, which means it is safe for older children to use.
Our testers were awed by how easy it was to build this cot. Our deputy editor stated that it was "a doddle". It is also one of the tiniest flatpack cots on the market which makes it easy to move around the nursery. Additionally, it's packaged in a compact box that's super easy to recycle once your child gets old enough to use it.
The cot is equipped with an cushion that is insulated. Our test participants thought was a great feature, as it helps keep your baby at a healthy temperature for a longer period of time. It's also a good-sized cot that has enough space for toys and bedding. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test moms.
Pair this cot with matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery, you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This smart 2-in-1 range will last through the early years, combining style with long-lasting smart storage solutions. It comes with a convertible daybed which can be used as a bed for a toddler as well as a dresser, and a large closet with a large drawer. It's a great choice for those with smaller bedrooms, low ceilings or anyone who wants to reduce space.