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Cot Beds For sale cot - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale, you want something that's solid, safe and of an appropriate size. The model is made by hand and it ticks all of the boxes. Our panel loved its combination of pine and white.

This cot bed includes all the features you need, such as an area for storage, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to build and looks great in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is full of amazing features that are designed to follow a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's crib and will see your child from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered feet make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your Baby Crib's size and the lower base, which increases security. The cot comes with a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to put together, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated that it was gender neutral and she could give it to future babies.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The ideal cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot's height should not exceed 55cm, to prevent your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot, from a Scandi company, gives a fun feel to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors add a pop that will make your child feel welcome. It is a perfect suitable for a variety of nurseries, and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white or soft grey and it takes less than an hour to put together with the clear instructions and screws in separate packs really helping you out.

This cot bed will grow with your child. You can add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to age five. This is a premium option that comes with a price to match. If you want to invest in furniture for your nursery that will last for years, it's worth looking into.

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be placed high for easy access by your child. It's also built to last and fits standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowels which create a distinctive look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby, with three heights for the base to fit their requirements. This means that you won't need to bend to pick them up from bed, which could save your back.

This is a good option for a nursery that is an insignificant size, sloped ceilings or you don't want the cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the ends of the cot bed add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is approximately four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by taking off the side rails and lower both ends. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot we've reviewed is this chic option from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style bed, however, it doesn't look bulky like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's necessities close by.

The cot can expand with your child. You can remove the side rails to transform it to a toddler bed. And once they outgrow that you can turn it into a great crib daybed.

This cot bed comes with stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The carvings on the ends blend beautifully with the curved rear side rail to set it apart from other cot beds and create an exquisite choice. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered by two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without bending. It also includes teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

This cot isn't cheap, but it is gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and include useful photos. If you're concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if required and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to give their child a piece of furniture they can cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will endure the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges so your baby isn't able to be thrown out of the bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. Simply remove the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key, and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers however, you'll have to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once per month, and sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be an problem. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you'll be able to be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of cot for quick and simple nappy changing. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is finished. It could also be transformed into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.

This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress base positions so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving needs.

Grace, a parent tester was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's also a good option for rooms with tiny spaces and 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 in compliance with the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and straightforward instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included as well as the option to add under-bed storage drawers for extra storage space clothes, nappies and toys If you'd like.