White Wooden Cot Bed
This stylish and sturdy wooden cot bed is constructed to last. It is compliant with European standards and is infant safe So you can rest sure that your baby will sleep peacefully in it.
It's an expensive option but it feels really sturdy and includes teething rails as well as a storage drawer. It comes with three mattress sizes and can be made into a toddler's bed by taking its sides off.
Design and style
A white wooden cot bed can be the central point of any nursery. Use it to create an enticing and tranquil space for your baby or add other colors to make the room appear more spacious. A mix of different textures, like the woven rug or geometric throw blanket, can add an extra layer of interest to help to complement the colour scheme you've chosen.
You can pick from a wide range of designs and styles for the cot bed of your baby, and you will also find options that will fit your budget. The Elementary cot from John Lewis Anyday, is a great choice for its value. It includes three mattress height positions, teething rails and other features that will ensure your baby is safe and secure even when they sleep.
The Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed, a stylish white cotbed with an elegant design, will look great in any nursery. It can be used as an adult daybed, toddler bed or cot up to the age of six. It's made from sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, and it has 2 fixed sides in the cot position and two split ends for the eventual transition to the toddler bed.
You can extend the Snuz Kot and the Mamas and Papas Coxley cot into a toddler bed with an additional kit. There are also cot beds that have a low-profile base. This is perfect for rooms with small spaces, and also keeps your child from getting up.
Durability
This Silver Cross cot has the appearance and feel of a luxury product, but with the quality and durability that go with it. This sturdy cot is designed to last and is suitable by toddlers up to the age of a baby (you will need to remove the side rails). This sleigh-style cot features three heights that can be adjusted and a smart panelled design, which will fit seamlessly into most nursery designs. Its slightly hefty price tag may cause some parents to be concerned however, this is a top-quality product that will last for your child for many years.
Grace, our MFM tester found the instructions to be a little confusing. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if necessary) and then removing any packaging. The cot also has teething rails and a drawer for storage, and a variety of other features. With a stunning truffle-inspired finish this crib is sure to add style and class to any nursery. It's a high-quality cot bed that is suitable for babies up to toddlers. It can also be turned into a Toddler Bed, extending the time of the furniture. You can pick from a variety of colors to match your room.
Innovation
It might appear like a piece from Scandi elegant furniture, but this cot bed is practical and will grow with your baby as it comes with two mattress bases and one side can be removed to make it into a bed for toddlers (suitable for when your baby is ready). Unlike many other cots that 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 us just one hour and you don't have to be a professional DIYer to put it put together. They were particularly impressed with the fact that it passed the 'trampoline test' - when you jumped on it, it wouldn't move!
This multi-functional 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. It was liked by our panelists because it had a stylish design and could easily be transferred from one room to another. The panel was also praised for its clean, simple lines and its ability to be fitted into the standard door frames. Available in a variety of colors including light oak or grey wood finishes. It was the most expensive cot we tested but it definitely appears to have been worth the cost.
Comfort
One of the most important things for parents who are new is making sure that their child is secure at all times. The most comfortable white wooden cot bed can ensure that they are snug and secure. Alongside the cot itself, a high quality mattress is essential and should be firm with no tears or cracks. The most effective cots have a high-quality mattress that is hypoallergenic and moisture resistant.
This elegant sleigh crib from Stokke is a great option for new parents. Stokke is a brand that's known for its durable and reliable products. This cot bed is easy to put together and has three height options, meaning it can be used from birth through toddlerhood. It comes with a premium foam mattress made from high-density polyurethane, which is flexible and able to give your child the best comfort and support.
A classic choice is this westport model from Silver Cross, which is stylish and practical. The cot comes with three height options and can be converted into a bed for a toddler by removing the sides and comes with a deluxe mattress that is hypo-allergenic and water-resistant. It's not cheap, but our testers recommend it if you want a high-quality product that will last. It also comes with a teething rail and a handy drawer under the bed. The cot is available in a variety of colors that will match your nursery.
Convertibility
This cot bed is the perfect option for modern or traditional styled nursery spaces. It is designed with clean white finishes and forms that are rounded and timeless in design. This cot can be adjusted up to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting makes it easier to scoop up newborns. Once they begin climbing to the top of the bed, lower the base to keep them from falling. When they are ready for a bigger sleep space you can simply take out the side rails to convert into a toddler bed. This will allow your child to sleep until the age of 3, making it more suitable for longer than conventional cribs and cots.
The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed has an Nordic design that combines oak with classic white lines to create a soft expression. It also has a short grid sides and three adjustable bars to increase safety and security. The cot comes with two positions for base that can be adjusted and a mattress that can be replaced when required, ensuring that it grows with your child and lasts longer than other mattresses available.
The only possible drawback of this product is that it occupies more space in the nursery than a crib or a baby cot. This is especially true if you add an entire length of storage under the bed compartment to store baby blankets and bedding. However, many parents feel that the added longevity and versatility of a convertible cot bed is worth the initial investment over time.
Storage and other features
The best white wooden cot beds offer more storage and extra features that others. Some will come with built-in storage drawers to store bedding and other necessities. Some may also have wheels or castors that lock to allow for easier movement around the nursery. Some will come with teething bars as well as a changing table, saving you the cost of buying the items separately.
Veni Cot Bed was one of our most favored. It has an ample drawer trundle, and is available in classic or warm oak finishes that can be matched to a variety of styles. It's easy to build even for a beginner DIYer, and is easy to transform into a toddler bed because of the barriers that are removable and divide the two end panels. cot bed wooden were also impressed by the quality of the wood and finish that feels solid and high-end.
However, the primary disadvantage of cot beds is that they tend to take up more nursery floor space than cots and cribs especially when they're converted into toddler beds. This is something you should keep in mind if you're working with a small space or a small nursery. We suggest checking the dimensions of the interior before buying a cot to ensure it can fit into your space.