The Ultimate Glossary Of Terms About Dark Wood Sleigh Cot Bed

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The Ultimate Glossary Of Terms About Dark Wood Sleigh Cot Bed

Dark Wood Sleigh Cot Bed

This sleigh-style mattress is suitable from birth up to four years old. It's a beautiful centrepiece for any nursery. Its robust design makes it easy to switch from crib to cot, and then to bed without putting off the safety of your child.

Take into consideration your needs and personal preferences when choosing the sleigh cot for your child. We've reviewed a selection of the top options to help you find your perfect match.

Product Description

This gorgeous cot bed pays homage to classic Scandi style with its lovely curves. It comes in either white or soft beige and is a perfect neutral base for your nursery. Add a couple of bright cushions and you're good to go. Our panel members reported that it took just about an hour to put together.

The BabyStyle Hollie Sleigh Bed cot bed was designed for parents who are looking for something traditional, but without sacrificing functionality or durability. Ideal from birth to 4 years old, it's first and foremost a cot. However when your child is older, you can transform it into an adult bed or a sofa.

With a gorgeous finish The sleigh cot also very well-constructed and will look great in any nursery. It has a big drawer beneath and three different mattress heights that will keep your child comfy throughout their early years. The side rails can be removed to convert it into a toddler bed.

This stunning cot is part of the Obaby range. It's an excellent investment for your child. It is a large cot that needs two people to move it around, but it is also very sturdy. It's a simple and quick to build cot too with step-bystep instructions and the screws and fittings in separate packs.

It's also been tested to the highest safety standards, so your child will be in good hands. It's easy to convert it into a toddler's size bed. It's also made of sustainable A grade New Zealand plantation wood and is an excellent value!

Specifications for the Product

A dark wood sleigh cot offers the chance to introduce an elegant look to your child's bedroom. Parents who want to provide their child with solid, durable pieces of furniture that can guarantee a good night's sleep often opt for these beds. Many sleigh cots come with ornamental carvings or curved edges which add to the overall look and design of the piece. Some even have attached guard rails, to help keep your little one safely in bed at night.

The sleigh cot is one of the most affordable on the market, with a price tag at PS 299. Its Scandi vibes make it ideal for modern nursery. However, it's also available in a dark slate gray with light wood accents, if you prefer a more traditional. It complies to the UK safety standard BS EN716, meaning that it is sufficient in depth to prevent your baby from escaping and that the slats' gaps can't be wider than 65mm.


This cot is suitable for babies from birth and is also able to be used by toddlers. It has teething rails which will prevent your child from scratching his chin while they explore the world. It can also be transformed into a bed for your child with the addition of a toddler rail (available separately).

BabyStyle describes their Hollie Sleigh-Bed cotbed as "not just an ordinary cot, but rather an eye-catching piece of furniture". It certainly stands out with its gorgeous curves and a rich colour finish. It's not expensive at PS299 however it's cheaper than its main rivals. John Lewis offers cot beds for as low as PS99 and you can get more expensive toddler and cot combos, such as the Boori Urbane Sleigh Royale and Mamas and Papas Mia.

This contemporary cot bed comes with the sleigh finish, as well as an under drawer that has attractive handles with recessed. It's ideal for any nursery and coordinates perfectly with Obaby's Stamford furniture range, so you can create a seamless look in the room of your baby. It's made from sustainably sourced clear A grade New Zealand plantation timber and conforms to the UK safety standard - BS EN716-2:2014+A1;2014 - so it can be used from the time of birth right until the time your baby is ready to take their first big step into a single bed.

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If you're looking for a dark wood sleigh crib bed that can make an impact in your nursery then take a look at this stunning model from Delta Children. This stunning sleigh crib comes with guardrails to give your child's room a classic style. It's ideal for toddlers who have outgrown their cribs but are still too young for a bed for children. It can be used with the standard crib size mattress (sold separately).

Created to be a timeless piece furniture that you can enjoy throughout the early years of your child's life The BabyStyle Hollie Sleigh Cot Bed will effortlessly blend into any style of traditional or modern room. Its modern and sleek design will be the center of attention in your child's nursery. This crib is sleigh-style and has been tested for safety to ensure that your baby sleeps soundly.

This sleigh style crib comes in two colours that are white or soft beige to go with any colour scheme. It's compatible with furniture that matches, including a dresser and changing unit.

Izziwotnot is an organization that creates and produces a wide range of nursery furniture, with a primary focus on making products that are both safe and elegant. This sleigh-style crib is not an exception, with its sleek finish and classic curves it will add a touch of elegance to your baby's bedroom. This sleigh style crib is not just stylish, but also safe. It has passed all the rigorous safety testing carried out by CPSC.

This cot bed is easy to put together, since the rails for the base rails, side rails, and ends are already assemble. It comes with clear, step-by-step instructions and separate sets of screws for each section to make the construction process much simpler. Our panel took about an hour to construct and five minutes to transform it from a crib into the toddler bed.

Product Reviews

Izziwotnot's Bailey Sleigh cot-bed isn't cheap however it's elegant and well-made. It's easy to put together however, it requires two people. It is gorgeous in any nursery. The panel we used was a fan of the dark wood and the dowel sides, and it's sturdy enough to be used until your baby becomes a toddler. It also meets British safety standards - the depth isn't that deep that your child could get out, and the distance between the slats should not be more than 65mm, which will prevent their head from being trapped. It's important to keep in mind that you'll need purchase a mattress on its own that is an additional PS88.

The cot stands out because of its sleigh-shaped design. It's also very easy to get your baby inside and out, which is another big plus. It's slightly more expensive than some other cot beds, however our panel felt it was worth the extra money for the style and durability.

This cot bed is available in country pine or walnut finishes. It is suitable from the time of birth.  wooden cotbed  has three handy mattress heights so you can start your baby by putting the base up so that they can easily access them throughout the day and later lower it as they increase in height. It also comes with teething rails to protect your child's gums, as well as their precious furniture. Once your baby is out of the cot bed it can be transformed to a junior bed and then it can be converted into a sofa.

Silver Cross' westport design is another cot with an excellent feel and is constructed to last. It can be used from birth as a cot, later as toddler bed, and then as an adult bed. ( wooden cot bed  is available separately). It was a little difficult for our panel to convert the cot into a bed however, their other half of the panel said it was easy and took less than 5 minutes. It's a bit more expensive than other models, but you'll want to keep it for your children when they are older.