Choosing a Real Wood Cot Bed

A real wood cot-bed is a good investment for your child's future. A well-constructed piece of furniture will last them until they enter the school (insert the crying emoticon). This Scandi-style bed has three mattress positions, and can be transformed to a toddler's bed using the appropriate extension kit.

The panel took us about an hour to assemble, and the sides are low enough to make washing a breeze. Our testers were impressed by the simple, classic design.

Material

A real wood cot-bed can be an elegant piece of furniture for your nursery that can be cherished for years. It's also built to stand up to the bumps and bruises that occur in daily life. The decision of which one to choose is difficult due to the variety of designs and features to choose from.

The best cot beds made of wood are constructed from sturdy robust materials like mahogany or pine. To protect them from water damage, they must be sanded and painted or stained with paint that is safe for children. The mattress should be placed snugly, and labelled with the name of the company and the size. Your child's safety is of the utmost importance, so be sure that the cot you select meets the latest British and European safety standards. It must also be endorsed by a respected international laboratory.

There are cot beds that meet the needs of all budgets and tastes regardless of whether you prefer an old-fashioned sleigh or something more contemporary. Silver Cross Nostalgia offers premium quality, functionality and an elegant design. It's designed to last until your child is ready to go to bed, and can be transformed into a junior bed with the help of an optional set.

Another alternative is the Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed, which has numerous extra features to keep your baby happy and comfortable. It comes with a drawer underneath to keep nappies and blankets as well as teething rails. It also has an adjustable base height with three positions. It is also simple to assemble, and it has a long life. When you buy an expansion kit, you can turn it into a bed for toddlers.

If you're on a tight budget, you can consider the Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed that is available in off-white or trendy green for just PS372. It is an ordinary mattress for a cot, and comes with an adjustable height base that allows you to lower it as your baby grows. It is suitable from birth until your child is four years old and can be used with the bars removed for an adjustable toddler bed that resembles a bench.

Design

A real natural wood cot bed cot bed is an investment that will last for a long time and provide a safe environment for your child to grow and rest. They are durable and versatile and can be adjusted to meet your child's evolving needs with a variety of mattress heights. They are also a stylish option for any nursery since they can be incorporated into furniture.

When you are looking to purchase a wooden cot, it's important to consider the style and decor you want to create. Some are more modern, while others are more traditional in design. Some are made of solid wood, while others are manufactured from composite materials such as MDF. Solid-wood cots cost more but are also more durable and robust than MDF models.

The most durable wooden cots are made to last. Some are even converted into a toddler's bed. A good example is the Stokke Home Bed, which transforms from a cot to an adult bed, and later a stylish sofa. It also comes with extras such as an outdoor cover that gives your child the chance to play with their role, and a changing tray to provide an easy nappy station.

Another excellent alternative is an alternative is the Mamas & Papas Sleigh Cot constructed from FSC pine and finished in a neutral white wooden cot bed or soft beige. It is a good option for a nursery with neutral colors. It's also simple to put together. Our panel took only an hour to put together. The cot doesn't come with a mattress. Therefore, you'll need to buy one separately.

The Elementary cot from John Lewis Anyday is a great option for those seeking a cot for less money without losing quality. It's simple to put together and comes with three mattress heights, so it can be used for your infant from birth until they are four years old. It also has teething rails and is designed to stand the test of time thanks to its solid construction.

For a premium buy that lasts from newborn to toddler, check out the Little Interiors 1950s inspired cot from Danish brand Done by Deer. It's an original piece that can be turned into a low-level bed suitable for toddlers or a playhouse by taking out the bars that hold the cot. It was simple to put together and our testers liked its sturdy and solid feel.

Safety

As parents, you'll want to ensure your baby is safe at all times. This is especially important when they are asleep. A cot that is well-constructed will ensure that your child is well-rested and comfortable. It must be free of dangers like entrapment and suffocation. When you are searching for the ideal cot be sure to look for these safety features:

Check that the bars aren't more than 95 millimetres apart. Check that the bars do not exceed 95 millimetres. The larger gaps can trap your baby's arms or head. Also, ensure that there's enough space in the cot to keep your baby from climbing out.

It should also be positioned away from power points and windows which could pose the risk of overheating. Also, keep the cot free of toys including stuffed animals, toys and other soft items, which could be a suffocation hazard for your child. You should also keep your cot away form blinds and curtains with cords. These can be a strangulation hazard for your child.

Most new cots and cot beds have been tested and confirmed to be safe by experts in the field. However, there are some issues that arise after a product is placed on the market, so it is important to be cautious of second-hand or heirloom cots that may be older than what is recommended. Cots manufactured before 1973 could be painted with toxic leaded paint, and old stickers on the sides may peel off and create a choking hazard for babies. If you are thinking of buying a used cot, make sure that the mattress is brand new and has been tested to meet the British safety standards, such as BS EN716.

This multifunctional cot from Stokke will help you navigate the toddler years of your child and beyond. It's stylish, sturdy and durable, with three height levels to accommodate your child's growth before it can be converted into a bed. It's easy to build, with our MFM test participants praising the instructions for being "clear and easy to follow". It doesn't come with an actual mattress, but it can be made to fit an existing 120cm x 60cm mattress. You can also buy a teething rail kit as well as a storage drawer to go with it.

Eco-friendly

Solid wood is an environmentally-friendly choice for cot beds because it's a strong and durable material. Furniture made of solid wood cot bed uk wood lasts for a long period of time and endure the scrapes and bumps that are common to family life. Solid dark wood cot bed cots are typically made by hand, so you'll know you're getting a piece of high quality that has been crafted carefully.

Another feature that makes solid-wood cots stand out is that they can often be converted into other pieces of furniture for the nursery. This is especially true for the Boori Evolution range of furniture, which can be transformed into a toddler bed or even a sofa bed so that it can last your child right through six or seven years old. This gives you great value for money and means that you don't have to buy a brand new cot once your child begins to outgrow it.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin solid-wood cot bed is among our top picks. It has a lot of features that make it a good choice for any baby. It has teething rails, a drawer, and two different mattress height settings. It's also incredibly simple to put together and our test subjects found it to be the most simple of all of the cot beds we tested.

Scandi Classic Cot Bed by Ickle Bubba is another solid-wood cot that's perfect for any nursery. It's a beautiful piece with rounded corners and will look stunning in any room. It's suitable from newborns to three years old. It can be used for a toddler bed or cot and can be customised by adding different accessories to suit your preferences.

Of course when it comes to cot beds, safety is the top priority and all cots must be in compliance with the strict UK safety standards. You can find details of the safety rules that a specific cot has to adhere to by looking at the specifications on the website of the manufacturer. Ask your healthcare professional to help you decide which type of cot is the best fit for your child.