Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

This cot bed in Scandinavian style is the top choice among our test subjects. It's suitable for babies and converts into a toddler bed for up to four years.

The slatted base has a height adjustment that means you can lift your newborn safely and then lower it as your child grows. It also comes with teething rails, a huge storage drawer, and a rail for teething.

Features

When choosing a cot bed it is important to ensure that it is suitable for the nursery of your child and. There are many styles, from simple, contemporary styles to traditional family heirlooms. Many cots can be converted into toddler beds, or sofa beds. This means you can use them for many years. You can pick a model to fit the standard cot bed or a larger or smaller version that suits your space.

Cots that adapt to your child are a great way to save money over the long run also. This cot from Mamas and Papas is our top pick because it has a lot of added extras, like a drawer for storage as well as teething rails, and 3 adjustable base height positions for cots, making it ideal for infants all the way to toddlers. It's also easy to assemble and is as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.

This cot from Stokke is a different option that grows with your child. It is suitable for babies from birth, and is easily converted to a toddler's bed using the addition a toddler conversion set. The MFM testers loved its minimalist design but pointed out that it may not be suitable for older children because of the small gap at one end of the bed.

If you're looking for a cot with a bit of character, this pretty white cot from Little Trading Company is perfect. It comes in a range of colours and features beautiful wooden cot single bed details on the feet as well as the headboard. Its sturdy construction and ease of assembly were praised by our MFM testers, however it was a bit expensive.

If you prefer a sleigh-style cot Scandi beauty from Ickle Bubba is a great choice. It can be adjusted in height so that you can reach your newborn and lowers into the position of a toddler bed when your baby is ready. It's easy to move around the room, as our MFM tester Vicky described it. It also has four mattress settings when in cot-mode, which is more than other models.

Design

Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood and white cot bed cot bed has a timeless style that will fit into 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 design.

It is a classic design with tongue and groove end panels, that will fit in any traditional or Cot bed White and wood contemporary nursery. The cot is closed on four sides, but it is able to be easily converted to a bed that is a 2-in-1 by separating the end panels when your little one is ready tt when compared to other fibre mattresses and is free of fire-retardant chemicals.

Oliver Furniture is a family-owned and operated business. They design stunning and sturdy nursery furniture that is suitable for modern families. Their gorgeous crib bed is made of high-quality European oak wood and has a beautiful natural finish that can be a perfect match for any nursery decor. Their "sustainable by design" approach means that their furniture will can be adjusted to your child's changing needs, will last for a long time and help reduce the amount of waste. The clever cot rails can be adjusted to transform the cot into an infant bed. This will prolong its lifespan, and also will save you money on a bed that is full size.

Safety

The cot should not have sharp edges or loose fittings that could trap your baby’s fingers. It should be kept away from power points, heaters and windows. Blinds and curtains cords can strangle your baby. If you're buying second-hand, be aware that cots manufactured prior to 1973 could have leaded labels and paint that may be smashed off and create an choking risk. Second-hand mattresses are also an issue for health and safety Make sure they are in compliance with the requirements of BS EN716.

It's tempting to buy a bargain item, but consider the long-term cost. It is worthwhile to invest in a cot that can last for a long time. Choose one that has a classic design and can be converted into a toddler bed that will last until your child is about four.

The Woody is a stylish cot by the popular Silver Cross brand, which has been making nursery furniture since the year 1877. It's simple to put together and comes with lots of features including a storage drawer, teething rails and Cot Bed White And Wood three adjustable mattress base height positions which will be suitable for babies from birth until they are about four. The only downside is that if you choose to add an additional mattress, the cost will go up from PS149 to PS299.

This classic wooden cot bed uk cot from British company Obaby is modern with a two-tone design and clean lines, and it's simple to convert into an infant bed. It has a mattress base that can be adjusted and is compatible with a standard bed guard.

This modern cot is a different option from the Anyday range by John Lewis. MFM tester Michelle found it easy to set up and appreciated the fact that all the screws and fittings were in separate packages, making them easier to find. It has a practical side-opening door that is easy to access and can be used from birth until your baby is around four years old. older. It includes a storage drawer and teething bars.

Before assembling your cot, it's best to study the instructions. It's important to understand the way it will fit in the room. It is also important to keep all the additional parts as well as the nuts and bolts in a safe place when not in use, and be careful not to lose any of the components.