Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking for cot beds for sale - read more on Deepzone`s official blog, you need a product that's safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This model is made by hand, and it checks all of the boxes. Our panel was impressed by its mixture of pine and white.
This cot bed has all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley crib is packed full of wonderful design features that adhere to a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed and will see your child through from birth to age four.
Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot also comes with a handy under cot storage draw as well as teething rails that will protect your infant's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.
Our parent tester Megan really liked this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble it looked stunning and came with many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it down to your children in the future.
Another thing to remember is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll have to purchase it separately. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot itself should have a height limit of 55cm so that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars should not be greater than 6.5cm, so that your child's head won't get trapped in them.
Stokke snuzkot
The dazzling cot, which is made by a Scandi company, brings an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats with a color add a pop that will make your child feel at home. It's an ideal fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends into your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. The cot is available in two neutral shades white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together, thanks to the clear directions and Baby Cot screws that are separate.
The cot bed will expand with your child, with the option of a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach the age of five. This is a high-end option with a price that can match. If you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for years, it's worth considering.
It's 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 can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple with an elegant oval shape that will boost your baby's feelings of safety and security. It's the small cot on our list however it still offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend over to pick up your baby.
It's also a good option when you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up the floor with your crib bed. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that takes up less room than you might think from its design."
The curved sleigh detail on the Mini Cot Bed ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is around four years old and then converts to a junior bed by removing 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 in our round-up is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed but it doesn't feel heavy like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all your baby essentials close at hand.
The cot can expand with your child's. You can remove the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And once they outgrow that you can turn it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has a stunning hand-carved design. The carved ends flow into the curving side rails to create a truly luxurious cot bed. The premium mattress can be lowered in two different positions which makes it easier to position your baby without having to turn over. It also has teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby during their period of teething.
Despite being fairly expensive however, it's a beautiful cot that is sure to impress your friends and family when they visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear with helpful pictures, but if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child with an item of furniture that they will cherish. It's durable and well-built which means it will last a long time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. The tester was pleased the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot, so your baby cots online won't fall off the to bed.
It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into an old-fashioned bed. It will remain in your child's bedroom for many years.
This cot looks expensive, however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our testers however, you'll need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so you can't fail.
The main drawback of this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per year, and more often, so this isn't really something to worry about. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you can 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 a great value. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips to the top of the cot for super-speedy nappy changes. It can be stored safely under the cot when baby is finished. It could also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.
This cot is an impressively long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years older (or even longer if you get the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also constructed from sustainably sourced wood - specifically it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adjust to your growing child.
Grace the tester, a parent, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's a great choice for rooms with sloped ceilings because it occupies little floor space. The side panel is what divides the cot from your toddler's room.
The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and straightforward instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included, too, and you can add drawers under the bed for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes if you like.