Oliver Furniture Cot Bed – Wood and White
This Scandinavian-style cot bed is the top choice among our test subjects. It is suitable from birth, and can be transformed into a toddler’s cot for up four years.
The slatted base has a height adjustment which means you can raise your newborn safely and then lower it as your child grows. It also comes with teething rails, as well as a large storage drawer.
Features
When you’re choosing a cot it’s crucial to ensure that it is suitable for the nursery of your child and. There’s a huge range of styles to choose from, ranging from minimalist, contemporary styles to classic heirlooms. Many cots can be converted into toddler beds or even sofa beds, so you’ll be able to use them for years to come. You can select a model to fit the standard cot bed or a larger or smaller version that suits your space.
Cots that grow with your child are a great option to save money over the long run, too. This cot from Mamas and Papas is our top choice because it comes with a variety of additional features, such as storage drawers teething rails, a teething cot and three adjustable height positions for the base of the cot which makes it suitable for newborns up to toddlers. It’s also simple to put together and is as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.
This Stokke cot is an alternative for a cot that can grow with your baby. It is suitable from birth, and is easily converted to a toddler’s bed using the addition a toddler conversion set. The MFM testers were impressed by its minimalist design but pointed out that it may not be suitable for older children due to the small gap at one end of the bed.
If you’re looking for an upholstered cot with a touch of personality, this charming white cot from Little Trading Company is perfect. It comes in a range of colour finishes and has lovely wooden details on the headboard and feet. Its sturdy construction and simple assembly were highly praised by our MFM testers, however it was a bit expensive.
This Scandi beauty by Ickle Bubba will be an excellent choice if you prefer a sleigh shaped cot bed wood. 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 a cinch to move around with our MFM tester Vicky calling it 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
The stunning white and wood cot bed by Oliver Furniture has a timeless design that is suitable for any nursery. Oliver Furniture’s cot is made of solid and moulded Birch with non-visible screw, giving it a very clean elegant and unique appearance.
It is a classic shape with tongue and groove panels on the ends that will fit into any nursery, whether it’s traditional or contemporary. The cot bed White and Wood is closed on four sides, however it is able to be easily converted into a two-in-one bed by separating the end panels when your child is ready to transition into their first toddler bed.
The cot also includes a hypo-allergenic four” deluxe mattress that is breathable and moisture-resistant, ensuring your baby will get the best night’s sleep. The mattress is fully tested to European safety standards and is free from fire retardant chemicals, and it comes with a removable waterproof protector that can be used over areas more prone to spills that happen accidentally, extending the lifespan of the mattress. The Rue cot also converts into an infant bed that will last until your child is around four years old. This will save you money buying a standard single bed. It comes in a variety of colours to match the style of your nursery.
Materials
Our cot beds are made of solid light wood cot bed, not like cheaper cots which are constructed with MDF or chipboard. They provide the durability, strength and an aesthetic that will develop with your child. Pick from pine, oak or beech to fit the decor of your nursery.
Sweet Dreams Cot Bed is an iconic piece that can fit in with any nursery style, whether it’s traditional or contemporary. Its tongue and groove end panels and bright white finish make it perfect for both. It comes with three base levels to accommodate your child’s changing needs. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed by taking the two end panels and installing a standard bed guard. It is equipped with a hypo-allergenic 4″ luxurious mattress that offers greater comfort and support as compared to other fibre mattresses and is free from fire-retardant chemicals.
Oliver Furniture is a family-owned and operated business. They design beautiful and durable nursery furniture for modern families. Their stunning cot beds are made of European oak real wood cot bed that has a natural finish to complement 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 the amount of waste. The cot bed natural wood rails are clever enough to be adjusted to transform the cot into to be a toddler bed. This will extend its lifespan, and also will save you money on a larger bed.
Safety
A cot must be free from sharp edges and any loose fittings that could entrap your baby’s fingers. It should be kept clear from power points, heaters and windows. Also, blinds and curtains cords can be strangling your baby. If you’re buying used mattresses, be aware that cots manufactured prior to 1973 may have stickers with lead and paint that could be smashed off and create the risk of choking. Make sure that mattresses purchased second hand conform to BS EN 716.
While it’s tempting to go for a budget buy, consider the long-term costs. It is worthwhile investing in a cot that will last for a long time. Choose one that has an elegant design and is able to be transformed into a toddler bed to be used until your child is approximately four.
The Woody is a beautiful cot by the popular brand Silver Cross, which has been producing nursery furniture since 1877. It’s easy to put together and comes with a variety of features, including a storage compartment as well as teething rails and three different mattress base positions that can be used by your baby from birth until around age four. Its only drawback is that adding a mattress will increase the cost up to around PS149 to PS299.
This classic wooden cot by British company Obaby comes with a two-tone design with clean lines. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It comes with an adjustable mattress base that can be adjusted and is compatible with a standard bedguard.
This modern cot is another option from the Anyday collection by John Lewis. MFM test Michelle liked the fact that it was easy to assemble. She also liked that the screws and fittings were packaged separately which made them easy to locate. It comes with a convenient side-opening door that is easy to access and can be used from birth until your baby is about four years older. It comes with a storage drawer and teething bars.
It’s always an excellent idea to read the instructions thoroughly before putting together your cot, as it’s important to know where it fits in the room and how to assemble it correctly. You should also keep all the extra parts as well as the nuts and bolts in a secure place when not in use, and be careful not to miss any pieces.