White Wooden Cot Bed

This attractive, sturdy wooden cot is constructed to last. It is compliant with European standards and is baby safe So you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be sleeping peacefully in it.

It's a pricey option, but it feels sturdy and comes with teething rails, as well as an storage compartment. It comes with three mattress sizes and can be made into a toddler's bed by the sides being removed.

Style and design

A white wooden cot-bed could be the focal point of any nursery. Use it to create an environment that is calm and inviting for your baby, or incorporate other hues of your choice to give more depth to the room. A mix of textures, like the woven rug or the geometric throw blanket, will add an extra dimension of interest to your selected color scheme.

You can choose from a range of designs and styles for the cot bed of your baby, and you can also find options that will fit your budget. The Elementary cot, available from John Lewis Anyday, is a great choice for its value. It includes three mattress height positions, teething rails, and other features that will ensure your baby is secure and safe even when they sleep.

Alternately, the Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed is a stylish white cot bed with a classic style that looks great in any nursery. It is able to be used up until age 6 as a toddler bed, cot or day bed. It's made from sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, and it comes with two fixed sides for the cot configuration and two split ends to facilitate the eventual transition to an adult bed.

If you want a cot that will last for a long time after the age of baby, look into the Mamas and Papas Coxley or the Snuz Kot, both of which can be adapted to become toddler beds with the purchase of an extra kit. You can also find cot beds with an extremely low base, which is useful for small rooms and helps to prevent your child from climbing out of their bed.

Durability

This Silver Cross cot has the look and feel of a luxurious item, with the quality and durability that match. This sturdy cot is built to last and can be used for babies up to toddlers (you must remove the side rails). This sleigh-style cot features three heights that can be adjusted and a cleverly designed panels that can be easily integrated into many nursery designs. This cot is of premium quality and will last for many years.

Our MFM test subject Grace found this cot easy to put together, however you may find the instructions are a bit confusing. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for a cost of PS60 which also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if necessary), and disposing of any packaging. The cot is loaded with additional features, too, such as teething rails. With a stylish truffle-inspired finish the cot is sure to add style and sophistication to any nursery. Like other premium cot beds it's suitable from birth up to the age of toddler and can be transformed into a Toddler Bed to extend the lifespan of this piece of furniture even further. You can pick from a variety of colors to fit your space.

Innovation

The cot may appear like Scandi chic furniture but it will grow with your child. It has two different mattress bases, and one can be removed to transform it into a bed for toddlers. The cot is constructed of sturdy pine dark wood cot bed, in contrast to other cots that we test.

It also comes with teething rails on both sides and an organizer drawer to store all those essentials. It took our test subject an hour to build it and you don't need to be a professional DIYer to do it. The panel was particularly pleased that it passed the "trampoline" test - if you jumped onto it, it wouldn't move!

This multifunctional Stokke cot is designed to last through their teens. It can be used as an ordinary cot, but can also be transformed into a toddler Bed, and then a chic Sofa Bed. Our panel members liked that it was a good-looking design and could easily be moved from room to room. They were also impressed with the simple lines and the fact that it fit through doors with standard frames. It's available in a range of colours including light oak and grey wood finishes. It was the most expensive bed we've tested, but it seems to be worth the price.

Comfort

One of the most important things for new parents is to ensure that their child is secure throughout the day. This includes their sleeping space and that is why the best white wooden cot beds will ensure they are snug and secure. In addition to the cot itself, a high mattress is vital and should be firm without cracks or tears. The most reliable mattresses for cots have an excellent mattress that is designed to be hypo-allergenic as well as water-resistant.

The stylish sleigh crib by Stokke is another top choice for parents who are new. Stokke is a brand that is known for its long-lasting and dependable products. This cot bed is available in three height settings, which makes it suitable for infants to toddlers. It is easy to put together and comes with a luxurious mattress made of high density polyurethane flexible foam. It comes with a deluxe foam mattress that is made of high density polyurethane that is flexible to give your child superior comfort and support.

An excellent choice is this westport design from Silver Cross, which is stylish and practical. The cot is available in three different height positions and can be converted into a toddler's bed by removing the sides and it comes with a deluxe mattress that is hypoallergenic and water-resistant. It's not cheap however our reviewers recommend it If you're looking for a premium product that will last. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer as well as teething rails as well. This cot is available in a variety of colors that will complement your nursery.

Convertibility

This cot bed is the perfect option for modern or traditional styled nurseries. It features clean bright white finishes and round shapes that are timeless in style. This cot can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting allows you to take newborns in. Once they start climbing, lower the bed to stop them from falling off of the bed. If they are ready for an additional sleeping space, simply remove the side rails and convert into a toddler bed. This allows your little one to sleep up to 3 years old, and extends its use to longer than conventional cribs and cots.

The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed has an Nordic style that blends oak with classic white lines for an elegant look. It also has short grid sides and three adjustable bars to increase safety and security. The cot has two different positions for the base and a cushion that lasts for a long time that can be altered depending on the need. This ensures that it grows with your baby and lasts longer than other mattress available.

The only potential drawback of this product is that it takes more space in the nursery than a crib or infant cot. This is especially true if you add a full length under-bed storage compartment for baby blankets and bedding. Many parents believe that the additional durability and flexibility of a convertible cot is worth the initial investment over the course of time.

Storage and additional features

The most elegant white crib beds will come with more storage space and additional features. Some of them will have built-in storage drawers for bedding and other necessities. Some may also include castors or wheels that lock to allow for easier movement around the nursery. Some come with teething bars and changing tables, which will save you the expense of buying these separately.

One that we really liked was the Veni Cot Bed, which has a large trundle drawer and is available in a selection of classic or warm oak white finishes that can be matched to an array of styles. It's easy to build even for the novice DIYer. It's also easy to transform into a toddler bed thanks to barriers that are removable and separate the end panels. We were also impressed with the quality of the wood, and the way it was finished. It's solid wood cot bed uk and luxurious.

However, the main potential drawback of cot beds is that they can take up more nursery floor space than cots or cribs especially when they're converted into toddler beds. This is something to bear in mind if you're working with a small space or in a small nursery. We recommend checking the dimensions inside before purchasing a cot to ensure that it will fit in your space.