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Choosing a Real Wood Cot Bed A real wood cot-bed is a good investment for your child's future. A good piece of furniture will last them until they enter school (insert the crying emoticon). This Scandi-style number comes with three mattress positions. It can be transformed into a toddler bed with the appropriate extension kit. The panel took us an hour to put together, and the sides are low enough to make washing easy. Our testers loved the clean traditional design. Material A real wood cot-bed can be a timeless nursery furniture piece that will be treasured for years. It will also be able to withstand the bumps and bruises that are inevitable in daily life. However, picking the right one can be difficult with the many designs and features available. The most durable wood cot beds are constructed from sturdy, durable materials such as pine or mahogany. They should be sanded and stained or painted with child-safe paint to guard against water damage. They should also have a fitted mattress that fits snugly and is labelled with the brand's name and size. The safety of your child is of the utmost importance, so be sure that the cot you choose is in line with the most recent British and European safety standards. It should also be endorsed by a reputable international laboratory. Whether you're looking for an old-fashioned sleigh style or something more contemporary there's an cot bed that is perfect for your taste and budget. The Silver Cross Nostalgia is a beautiful choice that offers high-end quality and function, with a timeless design to match. It is designed to last until your toddler is ready to move into an actual bed. There is a kit available that allows it to be converted into a junior-sized bed. Another option is the Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed, which comes with numerous extra features to keep your baby entertained and comfortable. It has a useful drawer underneath that can be used to keep nappies and blankets in, teething rails, and an adjustable height base with three positions. It is also simple to set up, and has a long life. If you purchase an expansion kit, you can convert it into a bed for toddlers. If you're on a strict budget, you can consider the Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed, which is available in off-white or stylish green and costs just PS372. It can be used with a standard mattress for a cot and comes with an adjustable height base that allows you to lower it as your baby grows. It's suitable from birth until your child is four and can be used with the bars removed to create the appearance of a bench-style toddler's bed. Design A solid wood cot bed is a wise investment that can last for years and provide a secure environment for your child to grow and sleep. They are designed to be sturdy and flexible, allowing them to adapt to your child's changing needs with a range of mattress base heights and conversion options. They're also a stylish choice for any nursery, fitting into the rest of your furniture. There are a variety of wooden cot beds and it is crucial to consider your style and design before purchasing one. Some are more modern, whereas others are more traditional style. Some are made from solid wood and others are constructed using composite materials like MDF. Solid-wood cots are more costly but are also more durable and robust than MDF models. The best wooden cots can last for a long time, and some can even be transformed into a bed for toddlers. A good example is the Stokke Home Bed, which transforms from a cot to the size of a junior bed, then an elegant sofa. The Stokke Home Bed is available with additional accessories like an outdoor tent that allows your child to role-play and a changing table for an easy diaper station. The Mamas & Papas Sleigh Cot is another excellent option. It is constructed from FSC Pine and finished in a neutral beige or white. It's a great option for a neutral nursery, and it's easy to set up – our panel took just an hour to get up and running. This cot does not come with a mattress included it, so you'll have to buy one separately. The Elementary cot from John Lewis Anyday is a excellent choice for parents seeking a cot for less money without sacrifices on quality. It's easy to assemble and comes with three mattress heights so that it can be used from birth until your child turns four years old. It is also built to stand the test of time and features a sturdy construction. Take a look at the Little Interiors 1950s-inspired cot by Danish brand Done by Deer for a top-quality purchase that lasts from baby to toddler. It's an original piece that can be converted into a low-level bed suitable for toddlers or a playhouse by taking out the bars for the cot. It was simple to put together and our testers loved its sturdy and solid feel. Safety As parents, you'll want to ensure that your child is safe at all times. This is especially true when they're asleep. A quality cot will ensure that your child is secure and well-fed. It must be free from dangers like suffocation or entrapment. When you are looking for the ideal cot, consider the following safety features. Check that the bars aren't more than 95 mm apart. Make sure that the bars don't exceed 95 millimetres apart. Wider gaps could trap your baby's arms or head. Also, ensure there's enough space in the cot to keep your baby from climbing out. It should also be kept away from heaters, windows and power points which could pose the risk of overheating. Make sure that the cot is free of soft toys, stuffed animal and other items that can make your baby suffocate. You should also keep your cot away form curtains and blinds that have cords. These could cause strangulation for your child. Experts in the field test and confirm that the majority of new cots, cot beds and cribs are safe. Certain issues can occur after a product is put on the market. It is important to be cautious of antique or second-hand cots that might be older than the recommended. Cots manufactured prior to 1973 could have been painted with lead-based paint. Old stickers on the side of the cot may fall off and pose the risk of choking for infants. If you are thinking of buying a used cot, ensure that the mattress is new and is in compliance with British safety standards, such as BS EN716. Cots 4 Tots from Stokke will help you navigate the toddler years of your baby and beyond. It's stylish, solid and sturdy, with three levels of height to accommodate your child's growth before converting it into a bed. It's easy to build and is backed by our MFM test participants praising the instructions for being “clear and easy to follow”. It does not come with a mattress but it can be made with an ordinary 120cm x60cm one. You can also purchase a teething rail kit as well as a storage drawer to complement it. Eco-friendly Solid wood is an environmentally-friendly choice for cot beds because it's a strong and durable material. This means that you'll get furniture that will last for a long time and stand up to the bumps and scrapes of everyday family life. Solid wood cot beds also tend to be constructed by hand and so you can be sure that you're getting a top-quality product that has been crafted with attention to detail. Another feature that makes solid-wood cots stand out is that they are often converted into other pieces of furniture for the nursery. This is particularly true of the Boori Evolution range of furniture, which can be transformed into a toddler bed or even a sofa bed, so that it will last for your child right up until they're six or seven years old. This gives you great value for money and also means that you don't have to buy a new cot when your little one begins to outgrow it. The Mamas & Papas Franklin is one of the top solid-wood cribs we've tested and it comes with plenty of extra features that help to make it an excellent option for any baby. It comes with teething rails, a drawer, and two different mattress height settings. It's also very simple to put together and our test subjects found it to be the easiest of all the cot beds that we tested. Scandi Classic Cot Bed by Ickle Bubba is another solid-wood cot perfect for any nursery. It's a stunning piece with rounded corners and will make a stunning addition to any room. It is suitable for newborns to three-year-olds. It can be used for a toddler bed or cot and can be made to order with different accessories to suit your taste. Of course, when it comes to cot beds, safety is of paramount importance and all cots must comply with strict UK safety standards. On the manufacturer's site you can learn about the safety standards a cot must meet. Ask your healthcare professional to help you decide what kind of cot is most suitable for your child.