Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

This cot bed with a Scandinavian design is the top choice of our testers. It's suitable for babies and converts into a toddler bed up to four years old.

The slatted base can be adjusted in height that means you can lift your baby in safety and then lower it as your child grows. It also comes with teething rails, a huge storage drawer and a rail for teething.

The following are a few examples of

When selecting a cot bed it is important to make sure it suits your nursery and your baby. There's a vast array of designs available, from minimalist, contemporary styles to classic family heirlooms. Many cots can be converted into toddler beds, or sofa beds. This means you can use them for a number of years. You can also select a model that fits a standard cot mattress, or choose either a larger or smaller size to suit your space.

Cots that grow with your child are a great option to save money in the long term also. This cot from Mamas and Papas was chosen as our top pick due to its many features. It comes with a storage compartment, teething rails and three cot height positions that can be adjusted. It's simple to put together, and our MFM tester Annie saying that it was "a breeze".

This Stokke cot is an alternative for a cot that can grow with your baby. It's suitable from birth and can easily convert into an adult bed cot wooden with the addition of a toddler conversion kit. The MFM testers loved 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.

This white cot from Little Trading Company will do the trick if you're in search of an cot with some personality. It comes in a variety of finishes and colors. It also has gorgeous wood details on the headboard and feet. Its sturdy construction and ease of assembly were praised by our MFM testers, but it was a bit expensive.

This Scandi beauty by Ickle Bubba is a great option if you prefer a sleigh style crib. It's height-adjustable to help you reach your baby, and then lowers to a toddler bed when your baby is ready. It's also easy to move, with our MFM tester Vicky describing it as 'a dream to manoeuvre around the room'. It has four mattress levels when it's in cot mode too, which is more than other models.

Design

The stunning white and wood cot bed by Oliver Furniture has a timeless design that is suitable for 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, exclusive design.

It's a classic design with tongue and groove end paneling that can be incorporated into any nursery, whether it's contemporary or traditional. The cot is a 4-sided closed cot that is easily transformed into a toddler bed by separating the side panels.

The cot also has an hypo-allergenic 4" luxurious mattress that is breathable and water-resistant, ensuring your baby gets the best night's sleep. The mattress is fully tested to European safety standards and is free of fire retardant chemicals, and it is equipped with a removable waterproof protector that can be used over areas that are more susceptible to accidental spillages, prolonging the life of your cot mattress. The Rue cot can also be converted into a toddler bed that will last until your child is approximately four years old. This helps you save money on buying a standard single bed. It's also available in a variety of colors to match the style of your nursery.

Materials

Our cot beds are constructed of solid wood and white cot bed, not like cheaper cots which are constructed using MDF or chipboard. They provide the durability, strength and an aesthetic that will grow with your child. You can pick from a range of wood finishes that will complement your nursery's decor, including beech, pine, and oak.

The classic 'Sweet Dreams Cot Bed' is perfect for contemporary or traditional styles of nursery rooms due to its tongue and groove ends and the clean white finish. It has three different levels to accommodate your child's changing needs. It can also transform to an adult bed by separating the two end panels and installing the standard bed guard. It comes with a hypo-allergenic 4" luxurious mattress that offers superior comfort and support compared to other fibre mattresses and is free of fire-retardant chemicals.

Oliver Furniture is a family owned and operated business that creates beautiful and durable nursery room furniture for modern families. Their stunning crib beds are constructed of European oak wood and have natural wood cot bed finishes that complement any nursery decor. Their "sustainable by design" approach means that their furniture will can be adjusted to your child's changing needs, last longer and reduce waste. The clever cot side rails can be lifted or removed to transform the crib into a toddler bed, extending its life and reducing the cost of buying a full-size single bed.

Safety

The cot should be free of sharp edges or loose fittings that could trap your baby’s fingers. It should be kept clear from power points, heaters and windows. Also, blinds and curtain cords could strangle your baby. If you're buying second-hand, be aware that cots made before 1973 could have leaded labels and paint that may be smashed off and create the risk of choking. Make sure that the mattresses you buy second-hand meet BS EN 716.

While it is tempting to choose an affordable purchase, think about the long-term cost. It is worthwhile investing in a cot bed white and wood that will last for many years. Select a cot that's timeless and easily converted into a toddler's bed. It will last for your child until approximately four years old.

The Woody is a beautiful cot from the popular brand Silver Cross, which has been manufacturing furniture for nursery since 1877. It's simple to put together and comes with numerous features like an storage drawer and teething rails as well as three adjustable mattress base height positions that are suitable for babies from birth until about four. The only downside is that adding a mattress will bump the price to approximately PS149 to PS299.

The classic wooden cot and bed cot by British company Obaby has a fresh 2-tone design and clean lines, and it's easy to transform into an infant bed. It comes with a mattress base that is able to be adjusted and is compatible with a standard bed guard.

This modern cot is another option from the Anyday range of John Lewis. MFM test-driver Michelle found it easy to put together and loved the fact that all the fittings and screws came in separate packets, making them easier to locate. It comes with a convenient side-opening door that is easy to access and is suitable from birth until the time your baby is approximately four years old. of age. It includes a storage drawer and teething bars.

It's always an excellent idea to read the instructions carefully before putting together your cot in order to understand how it will fit in the space and how to assemble it correctly. It is also important to keep the additional parts, nuts and bolts together in a secure location when not in use, and be sure not to miss any pieces.