Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale
There's a lot to consider when buying a cot bed for your infant. But with the right pick you'll be able to make sure that your baby is safe and comfortable through their first year.
The overall winner is this high-end cot from Silver Cross, which we are awestruck by its sleek style and simple assembly. It has a mattress that can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed
With its enduring style and sturdy construction, this wooden cot bed is an excellent option for parents who are new and seeking quality nursery furniture. The cot bed comes with three heights that can be adjusted so it can grow along with your child. It is suitable for children from to age four. It also has teething rails that our test subjects found extremely beneficial in securing the wood from the damage that is caused by growing teeth. It also has an inbuilt wardrobe that can store blankets, clothes and nappies.
wood bed cot with oak accents and chrome handles make it a chic but timeless piece that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It's a big cot, larger than most and can be transformed into a bedroom for toddlers. It also comes with a separate dressing table as well as a changing unit. Victoria, a mum of two boys between three and eight says "I love the sleek lines of the Greenwich pieces. They feel solid and safe for our kids, and the matching changing table/dresser is the perfect spot to keep their diapers, clothes and bedding.
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 contrasted cast pewter handles. It's built to last from birth and can be changed into an adult bed when the time is right. It is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and safe sleep.
It's available in a range of neutral shades and blends easily into any nursery decor, which makes it an excellent choice for both girls and boys. The fact that the cot was simple to clean and compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress, which is perfect for it the cot, meant that our test participants liked it.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
The Sleepi was designed by Scandinavian brand Stokke, the Sleepi is a nursery piece that will grow with your child. It is suitable from birth to 5 years old and can be expanded to meet changing requirements. It begins as a bassinette, which can be converted into an crib (with side rails) and then a junior bed.
The crib is made of wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation while your baby is napping. This creates a calm sleeping space for your baby and helps them to sleep well. Parents love the curving corners prevent sharp edges, which they say makes babies feel safe and secure. They also like that the slatted design ensures they are able to keep an eye on their baby from every angle, giving them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting skills.
It is possible to convert the cot into a bed for toddlers by taking the sides off. We did this with our son. This is a great method to avoid the expense of buying an entirely new mattress and free up space in your room for furniture.
The cot bed is made of a durable, strong beechwood finish, which is non-toxic. This means it is safe for both you and your child. It is easy to clean and has a neutral colour scheme that looks lovely in any room. It's important to mention that this cot is not cheap but the quality and functionality of it ensure that when you take good care of it it, you'll have it for a long time and will be used by your next child.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is a classic, sleigh-style cot bed with open slatted sides and teething rails to protect your baby from curious little hands and mouths. It's easy to put together and is a great choice for those who want a classic design that can seamlessly fit into your nursery. Our tester, Vicky, found it more slim than other sleigh cot beds and thought that the curved design is more appropriate for smaller spaces than other cots we tried. Its three height positions are ideal for infants to toddlers and its large under-drawer provides plenty of space to store your baby's essentials with handles and a smooth rolling pull-out feature.
It is simple to convert the cot into a junior mattress once your baby reaches the age at which it is safe to do this. Simply take off the side rails, then lower both ends. You can then put in a matching junior bed wardrobe to complete the look and give your child plenty of storage space. It comes with a top mattress of 140x70cm that is 100% breathable and is designed to fit perfectly.
This stunning cot-bed is great investment that will last your child from infancy through to the early toddler years. It's a more expensive alternative than the other cots we've tested, however Annie our test subject believes it's worth the cost because it can be used in the future. It has a stylish, sleek design and features like teething rails, a handy under-drawer and solid wood construction that is extremely sturdy. It's a little heavier than the average, however, so keep that in mind if you're moving it around after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This Sleigh cot is the most striking piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It features a stunningly designed curved top that has been sculpted by hand. It comes in a variety of finishes to suit any nursery and is in perfect harmony with the rest of the Stamford collection. It's also very adaptable, and it can transform from cot to toddler bed by removing of both sides. It can be transformed into a daybed or sofa as your child gets older. It comes with a large storage drawer underneath teething rails, three adjustable height levels, making it as practical as it is fashionable.
Beckie, an experienced parent tester, believes that this is a well designed cot with the ability to adapt to your child's needs. The sleigh design makes it a stunning centrepiece in any nursery and its eco-friendly acacia and radiata hardwood construction is of the highest grade. The slatted design is also a great choice for smaller rooms as the gaps between the slats of this model are a bit smaller.
The model isn't the cheapest, but parents who used it said it was worth it. It's designed to last and can be transformed into an infant bed by taking out the side rails, and then an occasional sofa or day bed as your child grows out of it around age four. With many extras such as the under-drawer and teething rails it's an investment that will continue to grow with your child's development for years to come.
The sleigh cot can be utilized with any mattress. It is also available with the Stamford mattress for cots that has two sleeping surfaces. One side is composed of Tencel fabric, which is super soft and breathable, which will help your baby to remain cool and comfortable. The other is made of polyurethane to provide added strength and resilience. Both fabrics are safe and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is a fantastic option to consider if you're looking for a chic cot that grows with your child. It's suitable from birth until 4 years old, and can be converted into an awesome toddler bed and day bed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights, making it easier to reach your child. You can also add an under-bed drawer to provide extra storage. It also is able to pass the trampoline test which means it is safe for older children to use.
Our testers were impressed with the ease of assemble this cot. Our deputy editor stated that it was "a doddle". It's also one of the lightest flatpack cot beds available, making it much easier to move around in the nursery. Plus, it's packed in a streamlined box that's super recyclable when your little one outgrows it.
The cot includes an insulated mattress. Our test participants found this to be a great feature, as it helps keep your baby's temperature comfortable for a longer. It's also a spacious cot, with enough room for toys and bedding. The teething rails added to the comfort of our test mums.
Pair this cot with matching Franklin Dresser or the Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This clever 2-in-1 collection will last through the first years of your life, combining style with long-lasting clever storage solutions. It features a convertible cot/daybed that can be used as a toddler's bed, a dresser and a closet that is large enough with a deep drawer. It's a great choice for those with smaller bedrooms, ceilings that slope or anyone looking to save space.