Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

Our test participants chose this Scandinavian-styled cot bed as their top pick. It's suitable for babies and converts into a toddler bed up to 4 years.

The slatted base has a height adjustment that means you can lift your baby safely and lower it as your child grows. It also has teething rails, an ample storage drawer, and a rail for teething.

Features

It's important that you choose a cot that is suitable for your nursery and baby. There are many styles, from simple, contemporary styles to traditional family heirlooms. Many cots convert into toddler beds or even sofa beds, meaning you can use them for many years to come. You can also choose one that will fit the standard cot mattress or select a smaller or larger version to suit your space.

Saving money over time is another benefit of cots that grow along with your child's. This cot from Mamas and Papas is our top choice because it comes with a variety of additional features, such as storage drawers as well as teething rails, and 3 adjustable base height positions for cots, making it ideal for infants all the way to toddlers. It's simple to put together as well, with our MFM tester Annie saying that it was "a breeze".

This cot from Stokke is a different option that can grow with your child. It is suitable from birth and easily transforms into an adult bed with the addition of the toddler conversion kit. Our MFM testers loved its minimalist design, but noted that it might not be a good fit for older children due to the small gap at the head of the bed.

If you want an upholstered cot with a touch of personality, this charming white one from Little Trading Company is perfect. It is available in a variety of colours and has beautiful wood details on the feet as well as the headboard. Its sturdy construction and ease of assembly were highly praised by our MFM testers, however it was a bit pricey.

This Scandi beauty from Ickle Bubba will be an ideal choice if prefer a sleigh style crib. It's adjustable in height to allow you to reach your baby and then lowers to a toddler bed once your baby is ready. It's also easy to move, with our MFM tester Vicky describing it as 'a breeze to maneuver around the room'. It also comes with four mattress settings when in the cot-mode. This is more than other models.

Design

Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood cot bed is a timeless style that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It is constructed from solid and moulded birch, with screws that are not visible, making it a very clean and exclusive look, that is a distinctive trademark for Oliver Furniture.

It's a classic shape, with tongue and groove panels on the ends that can be incorporated into any nursery, contemporary or traditional. The cot has 4 closed sides, however it is able to be easily converted into a two-in-one bed by splitting the end panels when your little one is ready for their first toddler bed.

The cot comes with a 4" hypo-allergenic mattress that is breathable and moisture resistant. This ensures that your baby has the best quality sleep. The mattress has been fully tested and meets European safety standards. It is free of fire-repelling chemicals and comes with a removable, waterproof protector. It can be used to safeguard areas that are more vulnerable to spills. The Rue cot can also be converted into a toddler bed that can last until your child reaches four years old, which helps you save money on purchasing an ordinary single bed. It is available in a variety of colors to complement the style of your nursery.

Materials

Our cot beds are constructed of solid dark wood cot bed, in contrast to cheaper cots that are made using MDF or chipboard. They provide the durability, strength and a look that will grow with your child. You can pick from a range of wood finishes to complement your nursery's decor, including beech, pine, and oak.

Sweet Dreams cot bedding woodland Bed is an iconic piece that can be a perfect fit for any nursery style whether modern or traditional. Its tongue and groove end panels and white-colored finish make it ideal for both. It has three different heights to meet your baby's changing needs and can easily be converted into a toddler bed by cutting the two ends of the panels and putting in the standard bed guard. It comes with a 4" hypo-allergenic deluxe mattress which provides superior comfort and supports when compared to fibre-based alternatives. It is also free of any fire retardant chemicals.

Oliver Furniture is a family-owned and operated business. They create beautiful and durable nursery furniture for modern families. Their gorgeous cot bed is constructed from high-quality European oak wood and features a beautiful natural finish that can be a perfect match for any nursery decor. The "sustainable by design" method ensures that their furniture is able to are able to meet the needs of your child, last a long time and reduce waste. The clever cot rails can be adjusted to transform the cot into a toddler bed. This will extend its lifespan and save you money on a larger bed.

Safety

A cot must be free from sharp edges and any loose fittings that might trap your baby's fingers. It should also be free from heaters, power points as well as windows, curtains or blind cords, which pose strangulation risks. If you're buying used mattresses, be aware of the possibility that cots manufactured before 1973 may have stickers with lead and paint that could be removed and create an choking risk. Check that second-hand mattresses meet the requirements of BS EN 716.

It's tempting to buy a cheap item, white and wood cot bed but take into account the long-term costs. It is worthwhile investing in a cot that can last for many years. Find one with an elegant design and is able to be transformed into a toddler bed to last until your child is around four years old.

The Woody is an attractive cot from the popular brand Silver Cross, which has been making nursery furniture since 1877. It's simple to put together and comes with numerous features like a storage drawer, teething rails and 3 adjustable mattress base height positions that are suitable for babies from birth until approximately four. The only downside is that if you decide to add an additional mattress, the cost will rise from PS149 to PS299.

This classic wooden cot with bed price cot from British company Obaby features a modern 2-tone finish and clean lines, and it's easy to transform into an infant bed. It has a mattress base that can 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 Michelle loved how it was simple to put together. She also liked that the screws and fittings were packaged separately, making them easier to locate. It has a side-opening, easy-access door. It is suitable by babies as young as approximately four years old. It also comes with an attractive storage drawer and teething rails.

It's always an excellent idea to read the instructions thoroughly before putting your cot together in order to know where it fits in the space and how to assemble it correctly. You should also keep all the extra parts, nuts and bolts together in a safe place when not in use and ensure that you don't lose any of the components.