White Wooden Cot Bed

This attractive and sturdy brown wooden cot bed cot bed has been built to last. It is built according to European standards, and is safe for infants. You can be assured that your child will sleep peacefully.

It's a pricey option, but it feels sturdy and has teething rails as well as storage compartments. It comes with three mattress sizes and can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by the sides being removed.

Style and design

A white wooden cot can be the focal point of any nursery. It can create an enticing and tranquil space for your baby, or include other colours to make the room appear more spacious. A mix of different textures, like the woven rug and the geometric throw blanket, can provide an extra layer of interest to enhance the color scheme you have chosen.

There are many options for your baby's crib. You can find something that will fit your budget. The Elementary cot, available from John Lewis Anyday, is an excellent option for its value. It comes with three mattress height positions, teething rails and other features that keep your baby safe and secure even when they are sleeping.

The Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed, an elegant white cotbed that has an elegant design, will look great in any nursery. It can be used as an adult daybed, toddler bed, or cot up to the age of six. It is made of sustainable Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, and comes with two sides that can be fixed to convert it into a cot, and two split ends to transform it into a toddler bed.

If you're looking for a cot bed that will last well beyond the time of birth, consider the Mamas and Papas Coxley or the Snuz kot both of which can be adapted to become toddler beds by the purchase of an additional kit. There are also cribs with a low-profile base. This is perfect for small rooms and also keeps your child from climbing out.

Durability

This Silver Cross cot has the appearance and feel of a luxury item, with the durability and quality that go with it. This sturdy cot is designed to last and is suitable by toddlers up to the age of a baby (you must remove the side rails). This sleigh-style cot has three heights that can be adjusted and a cleverly designed panels that can easily fit into all nursery designs. This product is of top quality and will last for many years.

Our MFM test participant Grace found this cot to be easy to put together, however you might find that the instructions are a little confusing. Luckily, John Lewis offers an assembly service for a cost of PS60 that includes fixing the cot to the wall (if necessary), and disposing of any packaging. The cot also has teething rails as well as a drawer for storage and other extras. With a stunning truffle-inspired finish, this cot is sure to add style and class to any nursery. Like other premium cot beds it's suitable from birth up to toddlerhood and can be made into a Toddler Bed to extend the life of this piece furniture even more. You can pick from a variety of colors to complement your room.

Innovation

It might look like a piece of chic furniture however, this cot bed is practical and can grow with your child as it comes with two mattress base heights and one side can be removed to make it into a toddler bed (suitable from when your little one is ready). Contrary to other cots we have tested, this one is constructed of sturdy natural pine wood.

It also includes teething rails as well as an organizer to store all the essentials. Our panel was thrilled that this was so easy to assemble and took us just one hour, and you don't have to be a professional DIYer to put it all put together. They were particularly impressed by the fact that it passed the 'trampoline test', which means that If you jumped onto it, it wouldn't move!

Another multifunctional cot from Stokke, this is designed to take your child right up to their teenage years. It can be used as a standard cot then converted into a toddler bed, then a chic sofa bed. Our panel liked that it was a good-looking design and was easily moved from room to room. They were also impressed with the simple clean lines and the fact that it fit into the standard door frames. It's available in a range of colours, including grey and light oak finishes. This was the most expensive cot we've tested, but it seems to have been worth the cost.

Comfort

The comfort of their baby throughout the day is among the most important factors for parents who are new. This includes their sleeping environment and that's why the most comfortable white wooden cot beds make sure they are snug and secure. A high-quality mattress is vital, and should be firm without any cracks or tears. The top mattresses for cots have a premium mattress, which is designed to be hypo-allergenic as well as waterproof.

The stylish sleigh crib by Stokke is another popular choice for new parents. Stokke is a brand that is known for its long-lasting and trusted products. The cot bed comes with three height settings, which makes it suitable for newborns through to toddlers. It is simple to put together and comes with a premium mattress made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam. It also comes with a deluxe mattress that is made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam that provides superior support and comfort for your child.

A classic option is this westport design from Silver Cross, which is stylish and practical. The cot can be adjusted to three different heights and transformed into a toddler bed by taking off its sides. It also includes a hypo-allergenic, moisture-resistant deluxe mattress. It's not cheap, but our testers recommend it If you're looking for a premium product that will last. It is equipped with an under-bed storage drawer as well as teething rails too. This cot is available in a range of colours to fit your nursery.

Convertibility

This cot bed will fit in with a modern or traditional nursery. Its timeless design that is clean and white with crisp finishes and rounded shapes. This cot can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows. The highest setting allows you to scoop up newborns. Once they begin climbing, lower the bed base to stop them from falling. If they are ready for a bigger sleep space, simply remove the side rails and convert into a toddler bed. This allows your little one to sleep up to 3 years old, extending its usability for longer than standard cribs and cots.

Oliver Furniture solid wood cotbed's cot bed a Nordic design that combines classic lines and oak in white for a soft and elegant look. It also comes with three adjustable bars and a short grid side for security and safety. The cot features two positions for base adjustment and a cushion that lasts for a long time that can be changed as needed. This ensures that it grows with your baby and lasts longer than any other mattress available.

The only drawback to this product is that it takes more space in the nursery than a crib or infant cot. This is especially relevant if you have an entire length of storage under the bed area for bedding and blankets for babies. Many parents feel that the added flexibility and durability of a convertible bed is well worth the initial investment.

Storage and additional features

The best white wooden cot beds offer more storage and extra features that others. For instance, some have built-in drawers that can be used to store bedding and other essentials for babies and others could have wheels or castors that lock to make it easier to navigate around the nursery. Some of them will have teething bars and changing tables, which will save you the expense of buying these items separately.

Veni Cot Bed was one of our most favored. It comes with an ample drawer trundle, and is available in warm oak or classic finishes to suit many styles. It's simple to put together even for a novice DIYer and is straightforward to transform into a toddler bed because of the barriers that are removable and divide the two end panels. We were also impressed with the quality of the wood and the way it was finished. It's sturdy and high end.

The main disadvantage of cot-beds is that they occupy more floor space in the nursery than toddler beds or cribs, especially when they are converted. This is something to keep in mind if you're working with a small space or an enviable nursery. We recommend checking the internal dimensions before purchasing the cot to make sure it can fit into your space.