White Wooden Cot Bed

This stylish and sturdy wooden cot and bed cot bed is built to last. It is compliant with European standards and is infant safe So you can rest assured your little one will be sleeping peacefully in it.

It's an expensive option however it is extremely solid and includes teething rails as well as an storage drawer. It also comes with three mattress heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed by cutting the sides.

Design and style

A white wooden cot-bed can be the central point of any nursery. Use it to create an enticing and tranquil space for your baby or add other colors to create a more dimensional space. A variety of textured fabrics such as the woven rug and geometric throw blanket, can provide an additional layer of interest and help to complement the colour scheme you've chosen.

There are plenty of options for your baby's crib. There is something to suit any budget. The Elementary cot, available from John Lewis Anyday, is an excellent choice due to its value. It comes with three mattress height positions, teething rails and other features that keep your baby secure and safe even when they are sleeping.

If you prefer you can choose alternatively, the Tutti Bambini Modena Cotbed is a stylish white cot bed with a traditional design that looks great in any nursery. It can be used until age 6 as an cot, toddler bed or daybed. It is constructed from sustainable Australian araucaria and New Zealand Radiata, and features two fixed sides for cot mode and split ends to convert it into a toddler bed.

You can extend the Snuz Kot and the Mamas and Papas Coxley cot to toddler bed with an additional kit. You can also find cot beds that have a low-profile base. This is great 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, with the quality and durability to be matched. This sturdy cot is built to last and is suitable for babies up to toddlers (you will need to remove the side rails). The sleigh cot comes with three adjustable base heights and a clever panelled design and will fit into a variety of nursery styles. This product is of top quality and will last for many years.

Our MFM test participant Grace found this cot easy to put together, but you may find the instructions are a bit unclear. Fortunately, John Lewis offers an assembly service for a cost of PS60 which also includes fixing the cot to the wall (if required) and then removing any packaging. The cot is loaded with additional features, too, such as teething rails. With a stylish truffle-inspired finish, this cot is sure to add style and class to any nursery. Like other premium cot beds, it's suitable from birth up to the age of toddler and can be transformed into a Toddler Bed to extend the life of this piece furniture even more. You can pick from a variety of colours to complement your room.

Innovation

It might look like a piece from Scandi stylish furniture however, this cot bed is practical and will expand with your baby as it comes with two mattress base heights and one side can be removed to transform it into a toddler bed (suitable from the time your baby is ready). This cot is made from sturdy pine wood, unlike many other cots we tested.

It also comes with teething rails both sides and an organizer drawer to store all the essentials. Our panel loved the fact that it was so simple to assemble - it took our tester just an hour, and you don't have to be a professional DIYer to put it all put together. They were especially impressed by the fact that it passed the 'trampoline test', which means that If you jumped onto it, it would not move!

This multi-functional Stokke cot is designed to last through their teens. It can be used for an ordinary cot, but can also be transformed into a junior Toddler Bed, later a fashionable Sofa Bed. It was well-liked by our panelists because it had a stylish design and could easily be transferred from one room to another. They were also impressed with the simple lines and the fact that it fitted into doors with standard frames. It's available in a choice of colours, including light oak and grey wooden cot bed wood finishes. It was the most expensive cot bed solid wood we tested but it definitely seems to have been worth the money.

Comfort

The comfort of their baby at all times is among the most important factors for parents who are new. This includes the environment in which they sleep and that's why the finest white wooden folding cot bed cot beds make sure they are secure and snug. A high-quality mattress is vital, and should be sturdy and free of cracks or tears. The most effective cots have high-quality mattresses that are water-resistant and hypoallergenic.

This elegant sleigh crib from Stokke is another popular choice for parents who are new. Stokke is a brand that is renowned for its sturdy and reliable products. The cot bed comes with three height settings, making it suitable for newborns through to toddlers. It is simple to put together and comes with a luxurious mattress made of high-density polyurethane flexible foam. It also comes with a premium mattress made of high-density polyurethane flex foam that provides superior support and comfort for your child.

A classic choice is this westport design from Silver Cross, which is both beautiful and practical. The cot bedding woodland can be adjusted to three different heights, and converted into a toddler bed by taking off its sides. It also has a hypo-allergenic and waterproof mattress. It's not cheap however, our test subjects believe it's worth the money if you want a high-quality product that will last. It also comes with a rail for teething and a drawer that can be placed under the bed. This cot is available in a variety of colors that will match your nursery.

Convertability

This cot bed can fit into a modern or traditional nursery. It is designed with clean white finishes and rounded shapes that are timeless in design. As your child grows, the cot comes with 3 base heights to match their needs. The highest height is the easiest to hold newborns. Once they are climbing, lower the bed to stop them from falling out of bed. If they are ready for a bigger sleep space you can simply take out the side rails to transform into a toddler bed. This allows your child to sleep until the age of three, extending its use beyond standard cribs and cots.

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

Its only downside is that it takes up more space on the floor of a nursery than a crib or cot, especially when you add an under-bed storage drawer to store baby blankets and bedding. However, many parents feel that the extra durability and flexibility of a convertible cot bed is worth the initial investment over the course of time.

Storage and additional features

The best white wooden cot beds will offer more storage and extra features than others. For instance, some include built-in drawers which can be used to store bedding and other baby essentials as well as lockable castors or wheels to help you move around the nursery. Some come with teething bars and a changing table, saving you the cost of buying the items separately.

One we loved was the Veni Cot Bed, which has a large trundle drawer and is available in a variety of warm oak or classic white finishes to suit an array of styles. It's easy to build even for a novice DIYer. It's also easy to convert into a toddler bed, due to the barriers that can be removed to are separated from the end panels. We were also impressed with the quality of the wood and the finish. It feels sturdy and premium.

However, the main potential drawback of cot beds is that they tend to take up more nursery floor space than cribs or cots especially when they're converted into toddler beds. This is something to bear in mind if you're working with a limited space or in a small nursery. We recommend checking the dimensions inside before purchasing a cot to ensure it can fit into your space.