Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White
Our testers chose this Scandinavian-styled cot bed as their top choice. It's suitable for babies and can be converted into a toddler bed for up to 4 years.
The slatted base can be adjusted in height which means you can raise your baby safely and lower it as your child grows. It also comes with teething rails as well as a large storage drawer.
Features
When selecting a cot bed it is important to make sure it suits your nursery and your baby. There are many different designs that range from simple, contemporary styles to traditional heirlooms. Many cots can be transformed into toddler beds, or even sofa beds. This means that you can use them for several years. You can pick one that will fit on a standard cot bed, or a larger or smaller model that is suitable for your space.
Cots that can grow with your child are a great way to save money in the long term as well. This cot by Mamas and Papas was chosen as our top choice due to its many features. It has an area for storage with teething rails as well as three adjustable cot height positions. It's also easy to assemble and is as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.
This cot from Stokke is another option that grows with your child. It's suitable from birth and easily transforms into a toddler bed by the addition of the toddler conversion kit. The MFM testers loved its minimalist design, but noted that it might not be suitable for older children due to the small gap at one end of the bed.
If you're looking for an upholstered cot with a touch of personality, this charming white cot from Little Trading Company is perfect. It is available in a variety of finishes and colors. It also has beautiful wood details on the headboard and feet. Its sturdy construction and ease of assembly were well-liked by our MFM testers, however it was quite expensive.
This Scandi beauty by Ickle Bubba will be an ideal choice if prefer a sleigh-style crib. It is height-adjustable so you can reach your baby and can be lowered into an infant bed when your baby is ready. It's also a cinch to move around with our MFM tester Vicky calling it a dream to manoeuvre around the room'. It also has four mattress settings when in cot-mode, which is more than other models.
Design
Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood cot bed has a timeless style that will look great in any nursery. Oliver Furniture's cot bed is made of solid and moulded birch with screws that are invisible, which gives it a very clean elegant and unique look.
It is a classic design with tongue and groove ends panels, that will fit in any traditional or contemporary nursery. The cot is a 4-sided closed cot, but can easily be converted into a 2-in-1 toddler bed by separating the side panels.
The cot also comes with a hypo-allergenic four" luxurious mattress that is breathable and water-resistant which ensures that your baby will get the best quality sleep. The mattress has been tested to European safety standards and is free from fire retardant chemicals, and it comes with a removable waterproof protector that can be used over areas more susceptible to accidental spillages, prolonging the lifespan of the mattress. The Rue cot also converts into an infant bed that will last until your child is around four years old, which helps you save money on buying a standard single bed. It is available in a variety of colors that will match the style of your nursery.
Materials
Contrary to cheaper cots made of materials such as MDF and chipboard Our cot beds are constructed from solid wood that offers durability, strength and aesthetic that will grow with your child. Choose from pine, oak or beech to fit your nursery's decor.
Sweet Dreams Cot Bed is classic and will blend in with any style of nursery whether modern or traditional. Its tongue and groove end panel and white-colored finish are perfect for both. It has three different heights to accommodate your baby's changing needs and can easily be converted to an adult bed by separating the two end panels and installing a standard bed guard. It is equipped with a hypo-allergenic 4" luxurious mattress that offers superior comfort and support compared to other fibre mattresses and is free of chemical fire retardants.
Oliver Furniture is a family owned and operated business that creates beautiful and durable nursery room furniture for modern families. Their stunning crib bed is made of high-quality European oak wood. It has a beautiful natural finish that will compliment any nursery decor. Their "sustainable by design" method ensures that their products are able to meet your child's evolving requirements, last for long and reduce the amount of waste. The cot's side rails can be lifted or removed to transform the crib into a toddler bed, extending its lifespan and reducing the cost of purchasing a full-size bed.
Safety
A cot should be free of sharp edges and any loose fittings that could entrap your baby's fingers. cot bed solid wood should also be free from heaters, power points as well as windows, curtains or blind cords, which pose a strangulation risk. If you're buying second-hand, remember that pre-1973 cots may have leaded paint and stickers which may peel and pose a choking hazard. Check that second-hand mattresses meet BS EN 716.
It may be tempting to buy a cheap item, but think about the long-term costs. It is worthwhile to invest in a cot that can last for a long time. Pick a cot that's classic and easily transformed into a toddler's sleep. It will last your child until approximately four years old.
The Woody is a beautiful cot from the renowned Silver Cross brand, which has been producing nursery furniture since 1877. It is easy to assemble and has many features, including a storage compartment with teething rails, as well as three different mattress base positions that will fit your baby's needs from birth until around age four. The only drawback is that if you decide to add mattresses, the cost will go up from PS149 to PS299.
The classic wooden cot by British company Obaby is modern with a two-tone design and clean lines, and it's simple to convert into an infant bed. It also comes with an adjustable mattress base and can be used with a standard bed guard.
This modern cot is another option from the Anyday collection by John Lewis. MFM tester Michelle liked how it was easy to assemble. She also liked that the fittings and screws were separately packaged which made them easier to locate. It has a side-opening, easy-access door. It can be used by babies as young as approximately four years old. It also has an easy-to-use storage drawer as well as teething rails.
It's an excellent idea to read the instructions carefully before putting your cot together in order to know where it fits in the room and how to assemble it properly. Also, keep all the extra panels, nuts and bolts together in a safe place when not in use, and ensure that you don't miss any pieces.