![]() We noted when a crib was part of a larger furniture collection-many lines include a dresser, side table and/or changing table-which some parents noted was important to them. Available in multiple color and design options: We ideally wanted a crib that’s available in a wide variety of colors, with a mix of wood stains and shades like white, black, and gray-an option that has become so popular in the past few years that it is now offered in almost every crib model, and is considered a “new neutral” by people who work in children’s furniture.When considering versatility, we also took into account special features, like wheels or a plastic teething guard. We also ideally wanted a crib with at least three levels for the crib mattress height-one high up for a non-mobile infant one close to the ground for an older infant or toddler who can stand up and try to climb out and a third option somewhere in between for when an infant can start to pull up to standing, but not really get around. Versatile and adjustable: We wanted a crib that converts to a toddler bed, and gave bonus points for cribs that come with a toddler rail, which we found can cost anywhere from $12 to $140 when purchased separately.All this work is going to be done by tired and busy parents, after all. We also wanted a crib with a straightforward process for changing the mattress height, and one that is easy to convert to a toddler bed. Easy to assemble and convert: We ideally wanted a crib that has clear assembly instructions and is easy to put together.We considered the base, real-world price for the crib, looked at the extra cost of buying a toddler rail (if it wasn’t included), and calculated any shipping fees to determine the total spent. We found that many people who spent over that amount-myself included when I bought my first crib-ended up feeling like the value wasn’t there, and that they didn’t get more for that extra money. Affordable: Most parents we polled seemed okay with spending up to $200 for a crib.We don’t know what impact, if any, VOCs have on kids’ health, and there’s no health data to back up the need for this certification on cribs, but some parents may find it offers peace of mind. VOCs are emitted from products like the pressed wood in some cribs and dresser drawers, crib mattresses, laminate vinyl flooring, and plastic toys. This means that an independent third-party organization has tested a product used around children or the elderly and guaranteed that it emits a low level of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. While it wasn’t part of our selection criteria, we also noted when a crib was Greenguard Gold certified (formerly called Children and Schools certification). In considering sturdiness, we looked at what type of wood and/or industrial wood products (like fiberboard) were used when constructing the individual parts. ![]()
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