Buying Small Cot Beds

When shopping for a small cheap cot beds bed It's easy to get caught up on the spec and safety features but consider the design too. A well-designed cot can help make your room appear bigger and less cluttered.

This model is ideal for bedrooms with small spaces. It's lightweight and stroller-style. It's also the easiest flatpack to assemble.

Space-saving

Cot beds are scaled down versions of traditional cots, however they still provide all the safety and comfort features your baby deserves. They can be used until your toddler is ready to move on to a junior bed at the age of 2. Some models can be converted into an elegant sofa bed to use with older children too.

To help you maximize your space, choose an item that is compatible with your existing furniture in the bedroom, or one that you can easily disassemble and put up again when you need to put in other baby things. Consider a compact cot-bed with built-in storage or a multi-functional design that incorporates the changing unit with a chest of drawers, a changing table and a bench seats into one piece of furniture.

You can find a wide variety of sizes in our small cot beds and cribs roundup and, therefore, whether you have a tiny nursery or a spacious playroom there's something to fit your space. Many of the designs that we have listed come with an adjustable mattress which helps keep your baby's bedding tidy and clean.

It is essential to measure the space available in your nursery prior to buying a cot. The gap between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm. This is for safety reasons.

Our real mums loved the Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot, that can accommodate the standard 120x60cm mattress and is fitted with a gorgeous sleigh-style frame. It is built to last with quality materials and sturdy construction. It is also easy to adapt to your baby's changing needs. However, it's a more expensive option than the other cots on our list, and you'll need to purchase a mattress when you pick this model.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot is another great choice for a compact nursery, and it's our pick for the best value cots. It's loaded with extra features, including teething rails as well as two height positions that can be adjusted as your baby grows. It's also incredibly simple to put together too. It includes a mattress but you'll need to buy an additional one for the toddler conversion.

Comfort

As a parent you want your baby to have a comfortable, safe sleeping environment and one of the best cots ways to help them get an excellent night's rest is to choose a small crib bed with a comfortable mattress. These mattresses are more rigid than the traditional cot mattress but are soft enough to ensure your child has a comfortable night's rest.

These mattresses are cushioned to reduce the accumulation of heat that can cause discomfort in certain babies. The materials used on the mattress are also free of chemicals and irritants to ensure that they don't irritate your baby's delicate skin.

Typically, these mattresses are also a good option for back and side sleepers as they provide good support for neck, head and body. These mattresses can be used together with the built-in cradle in a cot, which can be useful for those suffering from reflux or colic.

It is essential to determine the size of the mattress and ensure that it can fit into the base of the cot before buying a cot that is small. Find out if the cot mattress has any particular rules or regulations, like the minimum thickness.

The adaptable design from Vox is a great choice for parents who want an cot that can grow with their child. It is a cot that can be converted into an infant bed. This will save you the expense of purchasing an additional bed for your child when they are ready.

The simple setup of this cot was praised by our panel. Mum Grace stated that it "came from the box and unfolded just like a camping chair". The middle joints snap into place and the cot folds up, with no complicated mechanisms to work with. It's also small and light, fitting in the carry case, which is slightly larger than the case of a camp chair. This makes it ideal for transporting this cot from grandparents' homes.

The cot is extremely comfortable despite its size being higher than other models in our tried-and-tested collection. It's designed to feel like a mattress with plenty of padding and a bouncy bottom that can absorb the weight without making your child feel as if they are in the bouncer. It's also a sturdy stable and safe option for side and back sleepers, however the senior editor Nick Belcaster noted that stomach sleepers might struggle with it.

Safety

To ensure the safety of your baby it's important to check that a cot bed meets the UK standards it claims to comply with. Look out for the BS EN 716 code, or BS 8509 if it's converted into an infant bed. It is also important to ensure that it's the correct size for your nursery and has enough space to provide a safe sleep for your little one. It should be at least 140cm x 70cm and there shouldn't be any gaps around the edges or corners.

Make sure the mattress is firm and lies flat in the cot. If it's a bit soft, old or damaged, this can pose a suffocation risk. Check the mattress to see whether it bounces back quickly after pressing. When you press down on the middle of a good quality cot-mattress it should feel firm.

Keep the cot free of toys, smudges, and anything else which could be a danger to choking. Babies should be able move freely and roll over in their sleep, so it's important that the cot does not have raised corners or cut-outs they could use as footholds to climb out. If your cot is equipped with drop-sides, be sure to check them regularly to make sure the mechanism is secure.

It's recommended to avoid placing a cot close to a radiator or sunny window in case they become too hot or get sunburned upon waking up. You should also keep your cot away from wall mounted curtain cords, baby monitor cables and decorative accessories that have long cords. Babies can be strangled by these, and older children may pull themselves up on them or reach out to grab the bars of the cheap cot beds.

For Scandi style and a top-quality finish, this cot is worth the investment over other cheaper options. The instructions are clear and the wood is sturdy. It takes some time to assemble. It's not expensive, but it will last into their toddler years.

Design

It is important to remember that you are likely investing in long-term furniture when shopping for a bed that is small. Contrary to cribs that are designed for a brief period of time, cots can be used from the moment a child is born until they are able to easily transition to the toddler bed or single bed. To ensure the cot you buy will last, search for a model with adjustable base heights. This feature lets you lower the mattress height to accommodate your child's growing needs, while keeping them secure and comfortable.

Another useful design feature to look out for is the capability to take off sections of cot bars. This will provide your child with the feeling of independence as they begin to play and will make it easier to help them get into and out of the bed. Some cot beds, such as the Leander Luna Baby Cot, can be transformed into a sofa by taking out the front.

The slatted style of many cots is an excellent choice for a small space, in addition, it assists air circulate and regulate your baby's temperature. This can make a huge difference in terms of comfort and help ensure that your baby enjoys an enjoyable sleep.

A small cot or bed is a great investment for your baby's sleep habits and safety, and can be an attractive design element to any nursery. Cuckooland offers a variety of cots and beds for you to choose from.

For each cot, you'll find various accessories such as soft duvets, plus premium bedding. This makes it easy to create a cozy and warm environment for your baby to get the best quality sleep and ensures that they are enjoying every aspect of their new home.