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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best cot for newborn Deals
When it comes to cot beds for sale, you want something that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This model is made by hand and ticks all of the boxes. Our panel was impressed by the combination of pine and white.
This cot bed has all the added extras that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, two height positions. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot is brimming with wonderful design features that adhere to an exquisitely crafted look. It is also constructed to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed and will carry your child from birth to age four.
Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It also comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your growing baby. It also has an lower base for extra safety. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer and teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums when they begin to develop their first teeth.
Our tester for parents Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said that it was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features like an excellent storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so you can pass it on to future babies.
Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll need to purchase one separately. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The best mattress for cots is made of foam, spring or coir, and must be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.
The cot should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child can't get out. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head won't be trapped within the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand gives a lively style to the nursery with the slats coloured to add the right amount of color to make your baby feel at in their own home. It's a great crib choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into the rest of your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral shades - white or soft grey. it takes only an hour to assemble with the clear directions and separate packs of screws that will help you.
This cot bed can grow with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to age five. It's a premium choice with a price tag that will match, but if planning to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is well worth a look.
It is suitable for babies from birth. The mattress can be set up high to allow easy access for your child. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with a sleek oval shape that'll boost your baby's feelings of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it still offers plenty of room for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Mini Cot Bed Bed Classic
This is a wonderful option if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is unique from other beds in this price range. It comes with three different levels of the base to suit their requirements. This means that you won't have to crouch to pick them up from bed, which could save your back.
It's also a great option for those with a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or do not want to occupy more floor space with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would expect."
The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, then it can be converted into a junior bed simply by cutting off the rails on the sides. It comes with a Finest 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also has a large under drawer on runners and handles for easy access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The last cot we'll be discussing is this stylish alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style bed, however, it doesn't look heavy like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer underneath to keep your baby cots on sale's essentials close at hand.
The cot can expand with your child. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. Once they grow out of that the cot, you can transform it into a useful day bed.
The cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved edges flow into the curved side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier for you to lay your baby down without unnecessary bending. It also has teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums during their period of teething.
Despite being fairly expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with helpful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it to the wall, if required and removing the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot bed the ideal option for parents who want their child to grow up in a piece of furniture they'll cherish. It is sturdy and well-made, so it will last a long time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed that there were no gaps around the edges of the cot so your Baby Cot Bed won't fall from to bed.
It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. It's as easy as removing the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it transforms into a gorgeous, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.
Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually quite affordable. Our tester called it the most value-for-money cot bed she's tested and especially since you need to buy a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.
The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once a month, but sometimes more often. So this is not an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you can be confident about the purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that clips to the top of the cot for quick and simple nappy changing. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.
The cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress base positions so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving requirements.
Grace, a parent tester was delighted that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's also a great option for rooms with small or sloped ceilings as it takes up very little floor space, with just the side panel detaching the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot is designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also has teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes, and nappies.
