Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
There's a lot to consider when purchasing a cot for your baby. If you make the right choice you can ensure that your baby is secure and comfortable for the first year of their life.
This high-quality cot from Silver Cross is our overall top pick. We love its sleek aesthetic and ease of assembly. It also comes with the mattress base, which can be adjusted through three height positions as your little one grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed
This cot bed made of wood has an elegant design and sturdy construction that makes it a great option for parents searching for nursery furniture. The cot comes with three adjustable base heights, which means it can adapt to the needs of your child and is suitable for children up to four years old. It also has teething rails, which our testers found to be very useful in protecting the wood against damage caused by growing teeth. It also has an integrated wardrobe that can be used to store clothing, blankets and nappies.
The Coxley's classic white finish, oak accents and chrome handles make it a stylish yet timeless piece that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It's a cot bed that's large that is larger than many, which can be converted into a toddler's bed. It includes a dresser as well as a changing table as well. Victoria is a mother of two boys aged three and eight says "I love the clean lines on the Greenwich pieces. They feel really solid and secure for our toddlers, and the matching dresser/changing table is the perfect spot to store their clothes nappies, bedding and other items."
This classic all-white cot bed from Silver Cross has an easy-to-assemble design that is compatible with standard mattresses for cots and has distinct cast pewter handles. It's built to last and can be transformed to a toddler's bed when the time is right. Compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress for the most restful sleep.
It is available in a range of neutral colors that can easily be integrated into any nursery decor. This makes it an ideal option for both boys and girls. Our testers were impressed that this cot is very simple to clean, and it's compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted so there are no gaps between the sides.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi was designed by Scandinavian brand Stokke, the Sleepi is a baby piece that will grow with your child. wooden cotbed from birth to five years old it can be expanded and adapted to the changing needs of your baby. It starts out as an infant bassinette, which can be converted to a crib with side rails, and then be a junior bed (that's the model Charlie tested with Seb).
The crib is built with wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation while your baby sleeps. This helps create a calm sleep environment and ensures your child enjoys an enjoyable sleep. Parents appreciate the curving edges that stop sharp corners and makes babies feel safe and secure. They also love that the slatted style means they can easily monitor their little bundle of joy from all angles which gives peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
When your child has outgrown the crib bed, you can remove the sides and turn it into a toddler bed, as we did with our son. This is a great option to save money on purchasing a new bed and saves space in the bedroom for other furniture or toys.
The cot bed is made of a durable, strong beechwood finish that is safe for children. This ensures it is safe for your baby and you. It's a neutral colour scheme which is perfect for any room, as well as being easy to clean. It is important to note that this cot isn't cheap but the quality and function of it mean that when you take good care of it the way you want, you'll have it for a long time and can be used again by the next child.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is a classic Sleigh-style cot with open sliding sides and teething rails to shield your baby from those curious little mouths and hands. wooden cotbed to put together and is a great choice for those looking for an elegant, traditional design that can seamlessly fit into your nursery. Our tester, Vicky, found it more slimline than other sleigh cot beds and thought that the curved design is more appropriate for smaller spaces than some of the others we tried. Its three different height settings are ideal for newborns through to toddlers. The large drawer beneath the bed has plenty of storage space and has an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.
When your child is old enough to move to a junior bed it converts easily by simply removing the side rails and lower the cot's ends. You can then add a chic matching junior bed wardrobe to complete the look and give your child plenty of storage space. It also comes with a premium 140 x 70cm mattress which is made to fit perfectly and is 100 100% breathable for your baby's comfort.
This stunning cot-bed is great investment that will last your child from the beginning of their life to early toddler years. It's a more expensive option than other cot-beds we tested, but Annie our test subject believes it's worth it since you can use it in the future. It's a sleek, stylish design with extra features like teething rails and a handy under-drawer, and its solid wood construction is incredibly robust. It's a bit on the heavy side, though, so bear this in mind when moving it around your home after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This sleigh cot is the standout piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford collection. It features a beautifully designed curved edge which has been crafted by hand. It comes in a range of finishes that will suit any nursery and coordinates seamlessly with the rest of the Stamford collection. It's also very adaptable, and can be transformed from cot into toddler bed by taking out both sides. It can also be converted into an occasional sofa or a daybed as your child grows older. It has a huge storage area under, teething bars and three levels of height.
Parent test subject Beckie says this is a very well-designed cot, with the ability to change as your child grows. The sleigh-style style makes it a stunning centerpiece for any nursery, and its sturdy acacia hardwood construction is of excellent quality. The slatted sleigh design is also a good choice for smaller spaces, since the gaps between slats are narrower than those on many other models.
It's not the cheapest, but parents who used it said it was worth the cost. It's built to last. It can be converted into an infant's bed by taking out the rails on the sides, and later it can be used as a day bed or sofa when your child is around four years old. It also comes with additional extras like the under-drawerer and teething rails as well as three heights that can be adjusted it's a great investment piece that will grow with your baby for many years to come.
The sleigh cot can be utilized with any mattress. The Stamford cot bed, with dual sleeping surfaces is available to match the sleigh cot bed. The fabric is super soft and breathable Tencel that will keep your child cool and comfortable. The other side is made of polyurethane for extra strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are hygienic and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
If you're looking for a chic cot bed that can grow with your child, the Mamas & Papas Franklin is the ideal choice. It is suitable from birth to 4 years, converting into an adorable toddler bed as well as a day bed. The base has 2 different height positions, making it easier to reach your baby, and you can even add a handy underneath drawer for extra storage. It also passes the trampoline test, meaning it's safe for older children to use.
Our testers were impressed with the ease of build this cot. Our deputy editor commented that it was "a breeze". It's also among the lightest flatpack cots available, making it much easier to move around in the nursery. It's also packed in a sleek box that can be recycled easily once your child outgrows it.
The cot comes with an insulated mattress. Our test subjects found this to be an excellent feature, as it keeps your baby's temperature at a comfortable level for a longer. It's also a spacious cot with plenty of space for toys and bedding. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test mums.
Combine this cot with a matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and the Franklin Dresser separately. This 2-in-1 range is designed to last through the early age. It blends style and clever storage solutions that last. It has a convertible cot/daybed that can be used as a bed for a toddler as well as a dresser, and a closet that is large enough with a drawer deep. It's a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, low ceilings or anyone looking to make space.