Oliver Furniture Cot Bed - Wood and White

This cot bed with a Scandinavian design is the top choice among our testers. It's suitable for babies and converts into a toddler bed up to four years old.

The slatted base has a height adjustment which means you can raise your baby safely and lower it as your child grows. It also has teething rails, as well as a large storage drawer.

The following are a few examples of

When choosing a cot bed, it's important to ensure that it is suitable for your nursery and baby. There's a vast array of styles available, ranging from modern, minimalist designs to classic antiques. Many cots can be converted into toddler beds or sofa beds. This means that you can use them for several years. You can choose one that will fit on a standard cot bed, or a larger or smaller model that is suitable for your space.

Cots that can grow with your child are a great option to save money in the long term, too. This cot from Mamas and Papas is our top pick because it comes with lots of extras, including a drawer for storage, teething rails and 3 adjustable base height positions for cots which makes it suitable for newborns right up to toddlers. It's also easy to assemble as our MFM tester Annie confirmed.

This Stokke cot is another option for a cot that grows with your baby. It is suitable from birth, and is easily converted into a toddler's bed by the addition of a toddler conversion set. Our MFM testers were impressed by its minimalist design, but noted that it may not be a good fit for older children due to the tiny gap at the head end of the bed.

If you want an upholstered cot with a touch of personality, this lovely white and wooden cot bed one from Little Trading Company is perfect. It is available in a variety of finishes and colors. It also has lovely wooden cotbed details on the headboard and feet. Our MFM testers were impressed by its sturdy construction and simple assembly However, they did point out that it is a little expensive.

If you're looking for a sleigh-style cot, this Scandi beauty from Ickle Bubba is a great choice. It's height-adjustable to help you reach your baby and then it lowers to a toddler bed once your baby is ready. It's also a cinch to move, with our MFM tester Vicky described it as a dream to manoeuvre around the room'. It also has four mattress settings in the cot-mode. This is more than other models.

Design

Oliver Furniture's stunning white and wood cot bed has an elegant style that will look great in any nursery. It is made from solid and moulded birch with non-visible screws. This gives it a clean and distinctive look. It is a defining trade mark for Oliver Furniture.

It's a classic design that has a tongue and groove end paneling that can be incorporated into any nursery, traditional or contemporary. The cot has 4 closed sides, howeverle nursery furniture for modern families. Their gorgeous crib bed is made of top quality European oak wood and features natural finishes that is perfect for any nursery decor. Their "sustainable by design" method ensures that their products adapt to your child's growing needs, last a long time and help reduce waste. The clever cot side rails can be lifted or removed to transform the crib into a toddler bed, extending its lifespan and saving you money prior to purchasing a full-size single bed.

Safety

A cot must be free from sharp edges as well as any loose fittings that could entrap your baby's fingers. It should be kept away from power outlets, heaters and windows. Also, blinds and curtains cords can make your baby tangled. If you're buying second-hand, be aware that cots manufactured before 1973 may have stickers with lead and paint that can peel off and pose a choking risk. Mattresses from second-hand stores are also a health and safety concern Make sure they are in compliance with the requirements of BS EN716.

It's tempting to buy a bargain item, but think about the long-term costs. The cot you choose to buy will be used for a long time so it's worth investing in a product that is durable. Choose a cot that is classic and easily transformed into a toddler's sleep. This will last your child until they are around four years old.

The Woody is an attractive cot from the popular brand Silver Cross, which has been manufacturing furniture for nursery since the year 1877. It is easy to assemble and has many features including a storage area with teething rails, as well as three different mattress base positions that can be used by your baby from birth to about age four. Its only drawback is that adding a mattress can increase the price to approximately PS149 to PS299.

This classic wooden cot with bed price cot made by British company Obaby is modern with a two-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.

Another option is this contemporary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. MFM test-driver Michelle found it easy to set up and loved the fact that all the screws and fittings were in separate packages which made them easier to find. It comes with a side-opening easy-access door. It is suitable for babies from birth to about four years of age. It also has a handy storage drawer and teething rails.

It's an excellent idea to read the instructions thoroughly before putting your cot together in order to know how it fits in the room and how to put it together it properly. It is also important to keep all the extra panels as well as the nuts and bolts in a safe place when not in use and be sure not to miss any pieces.