Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

Our testers have chosen this cot bed in a Scandinavian style as their top choice. It's suitable for babies and can be converted into a toddler bed up to 4 years.

The slatted bottom can be adjusted in height so you can safely raise your newborn and lower it as your child grows. It also comes with teething rails, a large storage drawer and a teething rail.

The following are a few examples of

When choosing a cot bed, it's important to make sure that it's suitable for your nursery and baby. There's a vast array of styles to choose from, ranging from modern, minimalist designs to classic family heirlooms. Many cots convert into toddler beds or even sofa beds, meaning you'll be able to use them for many years to come. You can also select one that is compatible with the standard cot mattress or choose a smaller or larger version to fit your space.

Cots that adapt to your child are a great way to save money in the long term, too. This cot from Mamas and Papas was chosen as our top pick because of its numerous extras. It has an area for storage, teething rails and three adjustable cot height positions. It's also simple to put together as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.

This Stokke cot is a different option for a cot that can grow with your baby. It's suitable from birth and can easily convert into an adult bed with the addition of the toddler conversion kit. The MFM testers were impressed by its minimalist design but noted that it might not be suitable for older children because of the tiny gap at one end of the bed.

If you want an upholstered cot with a touch of personality, this charming white one from Little Trading Company is perfect. It comes in a variety of colors and features lovely wooden cot bed and mattress details on the feet and headboard. Our MFM testers loved its sturdy construction and simple assembly, but they did note that it's priced a bit high.

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

Design

Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood cot bed has an elegant style that will look great in any nursery. It is constructed of solid and moulded birch with non-visible screws. This gives it a sleek and distinctive look. It is a defining trade mark for Oliver Furniture.

It's a classic shape that has a tongue and groove paneling at the end that can be incorporated into any nursery, whether it's contemporary or traditional. The cot is a four-sided closed cot, however it is easily transformed into a 2-in-1 toddler bed by splitting the side panels.

The cot comat designs beautiful and durable nursery room furniture for modern families. Their gorgeous crib bed is made of top quality European oak wood and has natural wood cot bed, beautiful finishes that will compliment any nursery decor. Their "sustainable by design" approach means that their furniture will adapt to your child's growing requirements, last for a long time and help reduce waste. The cot rails are clever enough to be lowered to create to be a toddler bed. This will prolong its lifespan, cream and wood cot bed also save you money on a bed cot design wooden that is full size.

Safety

A cot bed White and wood should be free from sharp edges as well as any loose fittings that could entrap your baby's fingers. It should also be away from power points, heaters as well as windows, curtains or blind cords which are strangulation hazards. If you're buying second-hand, remember that cots prior to 1973 could have leaded paint and stickers that can peel and present a choking hazard. Make sure that the mattresses you buy second-hand meet BS EN 716.

It's tempting to buy a cheap item, but consider the long-term costs. It is worthwhile to invest in a cot that can last for a long time. Choose a cot that is classic and can be easily converted into a toddler's bed. This will last your child until approximately four years old.

The Woody is an attractive cot made by the well-known brand Silver Cross, which has been making nursery furniture since 1877. It's simple to put together and comes with numerous features like a storage drawer, teething rails and 3 adjustable mattress base height positions which will be suitable for your baby from birth until they are approximately four. The only downside is that the addition of a mattress will increase the cost up to around PS149 to PS299.

This classic wooden cot made by British company Obaby features a 2-tone design with clean lines. It can easily be converted into an toddler bed. It has a mattress base that is able to be adjusted and is compatible with a standard bedguard.

Another option is this contemporary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. MFM tester Michelle loved how it was easy to put together. She also liked the fact that the screws and fittings were separately packaged, making them easier to locate. It comes with a side-opening easy-access door. It can be used for infants from birth to about four years of age. It also has a handy storage drawer and teething rails.

It's always an excellent idea to read through the instructions carefully prior to putting your cot together, as it's important to know where it fits in the room and how to assemble it properly. Also, keep the additional panels 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.