White Wooden Cot Bed Tips From The Best In The Industry
White Wooden Cot Bed
This attractive sturdy wooden cot is constructed to last. It is compliant with European standards and is baby safe, so you can rest assured your little one will sleep peacefully in it.
It's expensive however, it's sturdy and comes with teething rails, as well as storage compartments. It also has three mattress heights and can be converted into a toddler bed by cutting the sides.
Design and style
A white wooden cot-bed could be the focal point of any nursery. Make it an inviting and calm space for your baby or add other colors to give the room more depth. A variety of textures, like the woven rug or the geometric throw blanket, will give an additional layer of interest to your chosen colour scheme.
You can choose from a wide range of styles and designs for your baby's cot bed and you can also find options to suit every budget. The Elementary cot, available from John Lewis Anyday, is an excellent choice due to its value. It comes with three mattress height positions, teething rails and other features that will keep your baby secure and safe while they sleep.
The Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed, an elegant white cotbed that has traditional design and a classic design, is perfect for any nursery. It can be used as an adult daybed, toddler bed, or a cot until the age of six. It is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, and comes with two sides that can be fixed for cot-mode and split ends to convert it into an adult bed.
You can also extend the Snuz Kot or Mamas and Papas Coxley cot to toddler bed with an additional kit. You can also find cribs with an extremely low base, which is great for small rooms and helps to prevent your child from climbing out of their bed.
Durability
This Silver Cross cot has the look and feel of a luxury product, with the durability and quality that matches. This sturdy cot bed has been built to last and is suitable for use from birth to toddler years (you'll have to take off the side bars). This sleigh cot features three heights that can be adjusted as well as a stylish panel design, and can fit into most nursery designs. Its price may be a concern for some parents however, this is a high-quality product that will serve your child well over many years.
Grace Grace, our MFM tester, found the instructions a little confusing. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an extra PS60 which also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if it is required) and removing any packaging. The cot is loaded with extras,, including teething rails. With a chic truffle-inspired design this cot is sure to add style and elegance to any nursery. Like other cot beds of high-end, it's suitable from birth until toddler age and can be made into a Toddler Bed to extend the life of this piece of furniture further. cot bed wooden cots4tots can pick from a variety of colours to complement your room.
Innovation
It may look like a piece of stylish furniture, but this cot bed is practical and can grow with your child - it has two different mattress heights, and one side can be removed to transform it into a bed for toddlers (suitable from when your child is ready). Unlike many other cots that we have tested, this one is made from sturdy natural pine wood.
It also comes with teething rails on both sides and an storage drawer to store all those essentials. Our panel was thrilled that this was easy to put together and took just a little over an hour and you don't have to be a DIY master to get it all put together. They were particularly impressed with the fact that it passed the 'trampoline test' - when you jumped on it, it would not move!
This multifunctional Stokke cot is designed to last through their teenage years. It can be used for an ordinary cot, and later transformed into a toddler Bed, later a fashionable Sofa Bed. Our panel liked the fact that it had a nice design that could be easily moved from room to room. The panel was also appreciated for its clean, simple lines and its ability to be fitted into standard door frames. It's available in a choice of colours including grey and light oak finishes. This was the most expensive cot bed we've tested, but it appears to have been worth the money.
Comfort
The comfort of their baby at all times is one of the most important things for parents who are new. This includes their sleeping environment, which is why the most comfortable white wooden cot beds will ensure they are safe and snug. Alongside the cot itself, a good mattress is crucial and should be firm without cracks or tears. The most reliable mattresses for cots come with the highest quality mattress, which is designed to be hypo-allergenic and waterproof.
Another option for parents who are expecting is this elegant sleigh cot by Stokke the brand that is known for its sturdy and reliable products. The cot bed comes with three height settings, which makes it suitable for newborns through to toddlers. It is easy-to-assemble and comes with a luxurious mattress made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam. It comes with a premium foam mattress made of high-density polyurethane, which is flexible and able to provide your child with high-quality comfort and support.
An excellent choice is this westport model from Silver Cross, which is practical and beautiful. 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. It's not cheap however, our test subjects recommend it if you want a high-quality product that will last. It includes a handy under-bed storage drawer as well as teething rails, too. The cot is available in a variety of colours to match your nursery.
Convertibility
This cot bed can be incorporated in with a modern or traditional nursery. It is designed with clean white finishes and rounded shapes that are timeless in style. As your child grows, this cot has three different heights for the base to suit the needs of your child. The highest setting allows you to scoop up newborns. When they begin climbing, lower the base to stop them from falling out of bed. When they are ready for an additional sleeping space, simply remove the side rails to convert into a toddler bed. This allows your little one to sleep until the age of 3 making it more suitable for longer than traditional cribs and cots.
The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed features a Nordic design that blends oak with classic white lines to create a soft expression. It also features three removable bars and a short grid side for safety and security. The cot comes with two different positions for the base, and a long-life cushion that can be changed as needed. This ensures it grows with your child and lasts longer than other mattress available.
Its only potential drawback is that it takes up more nursery floor space than a crib or cot, especially when you add an underneath storage drawer for blankets for babies and linen. However, many parents find that the extra durability and flexibility of a convertible cot is worth the initial investment over time.
Storage and additional features
The most elegant white crib beds will have more storage and extra features. Some include storage drawers built-in for bedding and other essentials. Some may also come with wheels or castors that lock to make it easier to move around the nursery. Some of them will have teething bars as well as changing tables, which will save you the expense of buying these separately.
One that we really liked was the Veni Cot Bed, which comes with a spacious drawer for a trundle and is available in a variety of classic or warm oak white finishes to suit the various styles. It's easy to build even for a novice DIYer. It's also easy to convert into a toddler bed, because of the barriers that can be removed to divide the two end panels. We were also impressed by the quality of the wood, and the way it was finished. It feels sturdy and luxurious.
The primary drawback of cot-beds is that they take up more space on the floor in the nursery than toddler beds or cribs particularly when they are converted. If you have an enviable nursery or a limited space, this is something to be aware of. We suggest checking the dimensions inside before purchasing a cot to ensure that it will fit in your space.