Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

Our testers picked this cot bed with a Scandinavian design as their top choice. It's suitable from birth and converts into a toddler bed up to four years.

The slatted bottom is height-adjustable so you can safely raise your newborn and then lower it when 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

It is essential to choose a cot that is suitable for your baby and nursery. There's a huge range of styles to choose from, ranging from simple, modern styles to classic antiques. Many cots can be transformed into toddler beds or sofa beds. This means that you can use them for a number of years. You can also choose one that will fit the standard cot mattress or choose either a larger or smaller size to suit your space.

Saving money over time is a further benefit of cots that grow as your child grows. This cot from Mamas and Papas was picked as our top pick due to its many features. It comes with an area for storage with teething rails as well as three cot height positions that can be adjusted. It's also easy to assemble, as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.

This cot from Stokke is another option that will grow with your child. It's suitable from birth and easily transforms into an adult bed with the addition of the 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 by Little Trading Company will do the trick if you're looking for a cot that has an element of personality. It comes in a range of colour finishes and has lovely folding wooden cot bed details on the feet and headboard. Its sturdy construction and ease of assembly were well-liked by our MFM testers, however it was quite expensive.

If you prefer a sleigh-style cot Scandi beauty from Ickle Bubba is a fantastic option. It can be adjusted in height so that you can reach your newborn and lowers into an infant bed when your baby is ready. It's also easy to move around with our MFM tester Vicky calling it a dream to manoeuvre around the room'. It comes with four levels of mattress when in cot mode too, which is more than other models.

Design

Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood cot bed has an elegant design that can fit into any nursery. Oliver Furniture's cot bed is made of solid wood cot bed and moulded birch with non-visible screws, giving it a very clean and exclusive look.

It's a classic shape, with tongue and groove end paneling that will look great in any nursery, whether it's traditional or contemporary. The cot is a four-sided closed cot, however it can be easily converted into a 2-in-1 toddler bed by splitting the sides.

The cot comes with a 4" hypo-allergenic mattress that is breathable and water resistant. This ensures that your baby has the best possible sleep. The mattress has been thoroughly tested and is compliant with European safety standards. It is free of fire retardant chemicals and comes with a removable, waterproof protector. This can be used to safeguard areas that are more susceptible to spillages. The Rue cot can also be converted into a toddler's bed, which can last until they are approximately four years old. This can save you money over buying an ordinary single-sized bed. It is also available in a range of colors to match your child's nursery.

Materials

Unlike cheaper cots made from materials like MDF and chipboard Our cot beds are built with solid wood that provides durability, strength and aesthetic that grows with your child's. You can pick from a range of wood finishes to match your nursery's decor, such as beech, pine and oak.

The'Sweet Dreams' classic bed wooden cot' is perfect for traditional or contemporary styles of nursery rooms due to its tongue and groove end panels as well as a the clean white finish. It has three different heights of base for your baby to move into. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed by disabling the end panels and adding the standard bed guard. It comes with a hypo-allergenic 4" deluxe mattress that provides 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 that is operated by a family. They create beautiful and durable nursery furniture for modern families. Their stunning cot bed is crafted from quality European oak wood and has natural, beautiful finishes that can be a perfect match for 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 lowered or removed to convert the crib into a toddler bed, extending its life and saving you money prior to buying a full-size single bed.

Safety

The cot should be free of sharp edges or loose fittings that could entrap your baby's fingers. It should also be kept away from power points, heaters and windows, curtains and blind cords which are strangulation risks. If you're buying second-hand, you should be aware that cots made prior to 1973 may have leaded paint and stickers which may peel and pose an choking risk. Make sure that mattresses purchased second hand conform to BS EN 716.

It's tempting to buy a bargain item, but consider the long-term cost. The cot you choose to buy will be used for white and wood cot bed a long time therefore it's worthwhile to invest in one that is durable. Pick a cot that's classic and can be easily transformed into a toddler's bed. It will last your child until they are around four years old.

The Woody is a stylish cot by the popular brand Silver Cross, which has been producing nursery furniture since the year 1877. It's easy to put together and has numerous features like an storage drawer, teething rails and three adjustable mattress base positions which will be suitable for babies from birth to approximately four. The only issue is that if you decide to add an additional mattress, the cost will increase from PS149 to PS299.

This classic wooden cot and bed cot made by British company Obaby has a fresh 2-tone design and clean lines, and it's easy to convert into a toddler bed. It also comes with an adjustable mattress base and can be used with a standard bed guard.

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 separately packaged, making them easier to locate. It comes with a side-opening easy-access door. It can be used for infants from birth to around four years of age. It comes with a storage drawer and teething bars.

When assembling your cot it is a good idea to review the directions. It's crucial to know how it will fit into the room. It is also important to keep all the extra pieces, nuts and bolts together in a safe place when not in use, and be sure not to miss any pieces.