White Wooden Cot Bed

This stylish and sturdy wooden cot bed has been built to last. It is compliant with European standards and is child safe, so you can rest assured your little one will sleep peacefully in it.

It's a costly option, but it's extremely sturdy and includes teething rails as well as an storage drawer. It also has three mattress heights, and can be converted into a bed for toddlers by taking off the sides.

Style and design

A white wooden cot bed could be the centrepiece of any nursery. Make it an inviting and calm space for your baby or include other colours to make the room appear more spacious. A variety of textures, such as the woven rug, or the geometric throw blanket, will give an additional dimension of interest to your selected color scheme.

There are a variety of options for your baby's crib. There is something that will fit your budget. For example the cot that is Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range is a great value that comes with three mattress height positions as well as teething rails, so you can ensure that your baby is safe and secure as they move around in their sleep.

Alternatively you can choose alternatively, the Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed is a chic white cot with a classic style that will look great in any nursery, and it is able to be used up until age 6 as an cot, toddler bed or daybed. It is made of sustainable Australian araucaria and New Zealand Radiata, and features two fixed sides for cot-mode and split ends to transform it into the toddler bed.

You can extend the Snuz Kot or the Mamas and Papas Coxley cot to toddler beds with an additional kit. You can also find cot beds that have a low-profile base. This is perfect for small rooms and also keeps your child from getting out of the bed.

Durability

This cot from Silver Cross has the look of a luxury piece, and the durability and quality to be matched. This sturdy cot bed cot wooden is made to last and can be used from the time of birth until toddlerhood (you'll have to take off the side bars). The sleigh cot comes with three adjustable base heights as well as a stylish panel design that can be incorporated into a variety of nursery designs. Its slightly hefty price tag could put some parents off however, this is a top-quality product that will last for your child throughout the years.

Grace Our MFM tester, found the instructions a little confusing. John Lewis offers a service of assembly for a cost of PS60 that includes mounting the cot on the wall if necessary and removing all packaging. The crib also comes with teething rails and wood cot bed a drawer for storage, and a variety of other features. With a chic truffle-inspired design this cot is sure to add style and elegance to any nursery. Like other cot beds of high-end, it's suitable from birth up to toddler age and can be transformed into a Toddler Bed to extend the life of this piece furniture even further. You can choose from a variety of colours to match your room.

Innovation

It might appear like a piece of Scandi elegant furniture but this practical cot bed will grow with your baby It comes with two different mattress bases and one side can be removed to make it into a toddler bed (suitable from when your baby is ready). In contrast to the other cots we tested, this is made from sturdy natural pine wood.

It also has teething rails on both sides, and an storage drawer to store all the essentials. It took our tester just an hour to construct it, and you don't have to be a pro at DIY to do it. They were particularly impressed with the fact that it passed the 'trampoline test' - If you jumped onto it, it wouldn't move!

Another cot with multi-functional functions from Stokke, this is designed to accommodate your child through their teenage years. It can be used as a standard cot, then converted into a toddler bed, then a stylish sofa bed. It was liked by our panel because it had a stylish design and could easily be moved from one place to another. They also liked the simple lines and the fact that it fitted into standard door frames. It's available in a range of colours including grey wooden cot bed and light oak finishes. It was the most expensive cot we've tested, but it seems to have been worth the investment.

Comfort

The safety of their infant at all times is one of the most important things for parents who are new. The most comfortable white wooden cot bed ensures that it is comfortable and safe. A good mattress is also essential, and it should be sturdy and free of tears or cracks. The top mattresses for cots come with the highest quality mattress, which is designed to be hypo-allergenic as well as water-resistant.

Another great option for new parents is this elegant sleigh cot by Stokke the brand that is that is known for its durable and well-trusted products. The cot bed comes with three height settings, which makes it suitable for babies to toddlers. It is simple to put together and comes with a premium mattress made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam. It comes with a deluxe foam mattress made of high density polyurethane flexible to give your child the best comfort and support.

An excellent choice is this westport design from Silver Cross, which is practical and beautiful. The cot has three different height positions and can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by removing the sides and it includes a luxurious mattress that is both hypo-allergenic and moisture-resistant. Our test subjects found it to be worth the price if you wanted a durable, high-quality product. It is equipped with an under-bed storage drawer as well as teething rails, too. This cot is available in a variety of colors to fit your nursery.

Convertibility

This cot bed can fit in with either a contemporary or traditional nursery. It has a timeless style with white clean finishes and rounded shapes. As your child grows, the cot comes with 3 base heights to match their needs. The highest setting allows you to carry newborns. Once they are climbing to the top of the bed, lower the base to prevent them from falling. To transform the crib into a toddler's bed, remove the side rails. This will allow your baby to sleep until 3 years old, and extends its use to longer than standard cribs and cots.

The Oliver Furniture Wood cot bed is a Nordic design that combines oak with classic white lines for an elegant and soft look. It also has three removable bars and a short grid side to ensure security and safety. The cot has two different positions for the base, and a long-life cushion that can be changed according to the needs. This ensures it grows with your baby and lasts longer than other mattress on the market.

Its only potential drawback is that it occupies more floor space in the nursery than a crib or cot, particularly when you add an under-bed storage drawer for baby blankets and bedding. However, many parents feel that the extra durability and versatility of a convertible cot is worth the initial investment over time.

Storage and other features

The most elegant white crib beds will have more storage and extra features. For instance, some include built-in drawers which are ideal for storing bedding and other baby essentials as well as wheels that lock to help you navigate around the nursery. Other models will also include rails for teething and changing tops, which will save you the expense of purchasing these separately.

One of our favorites was the Veni Cot Bed, which has a large drawer for a trundle and is available in a variety of classic or warm oak white wooden cotbed finishes that can be matched to a wide range of styles. It's easy to put together even for a novice DIYer, and is easily transformed to a toddler's bed due to removable barriers between the two end panels. We were also impressed by the quality of the wood and the finish that feels solid and luxurious.

However, the main potential disadvantage of cot beds is that they typically take up more floor space than cots and cribs, particularly once they're converted into toddler beds. If you have an enviable nursery or a small space, this is something to be aware of. Make sure you know the dimensions of a cot prior to purchasing it to ensure it's appropriate for your room.