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Here’s How to Pick the Best Convertible Cribs

There are probably a lot of guides out there that
promise to deliver you a list of the best convertible cribs on a platter. Rather than suggesting one model
or set over the other, we figured we’d furnish you with a series you could ask
yourself, as you’re shopping through cribs, to help you make the best decision
for your family and for your home. But first, a little background might be
beneficial to the search.

The
Importance of a Convertible Crib

While you certainly don’t need to put your money
into a convertible crib if you’d rather get a traditional crib and then do the
redesigning and redecorating as your child gets older, a convertible crib, or a
set that contains one, is well worth its repute.

Convertible cribs can free you from the need to
“rehome” the crib once your child outgrows it. They can save you time and money
because as your child grows, the best
convertible cribs
will not only convert to a toddler bed and daybed, but
ultimately to a full size bed. Some cribs are also compatible with more than
one crib mattress. Additionally, cribs sometimes come as a part of a set in
which all of the pieces of furniture are aesthetically matched.

1.Does it come with the conversion
kit or hardware?

Probably the most important thing you can assess
to ensure that you’re getting the best
convertible crib
- or at least one of the top options - is whether or not
the crib comes with the hardware and conversion kit necessary. You don’t want
to invest in a convertible crib only to find out later that you need to buy
additional hardware or even a whole conversion kit.

2.Can it convert more than once?

The best
convertible cribs
will also come with the ability to convert more than
once. Converting a full-size baby crib to a toddler bed is nice, but being able
to convert that toddler bed to a daybed and then a full size bed is even
better. When it’s time to move aside the stuffed animals for your growing
child’s new interests, you’ll appreciate it.

3.Is the design free from moving
parts, even though it converts?

You might think that a 3-in-1 convertible crib
that can convert to a daybed and full sized bed would have moving parts or
exposed hardware, but these are features to avoid in cribs. You should be able
to see right in the product listing if the crib has any moving parts or exposed
hardware. Avoiding these traits is a matter of safety as well as practicality.

4.Does the overall design make use
of quality materials or components?

Many of our convertible cribs, just like much of
the other nursery furniture that we sell, makes use of quality components and
materials like solid hardwoods or even sustainable, responsibly sourced pine
wood. You can also key in on features like these from the product listings, but
if you have questions, feel free to reach out to us.

5.Is it free from harmful paints or
finishes?

It is equally important to ensure that a crib has
not been treated with harmful finishes or paints. Much of our nursery furniture
is subject to very strict evaluation by the Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) to ensure that it is free from known harmful substances, toxic finishes,
formaldehyde, VOCs and more. Some of our furniture has even been GREENGUARD
Gold Certified, which tests and guarantees it safe from over 10,000 substances.

6.Does it match the aesthetic of the
rest of my nursery’s design?

You may also be understandably interested in
choosing a convertible crib that matches the rest of your nursery’s aesthetic,
and many of our convertible cribs are handsomely and elegantly designed, making
it possible for you to work them into compatible settings - although you might
also be interested in purchasing applicable models as a part of a set instead.

7.Can I get it as a part of a
nursery furniture set?

Getting the best
convertible cribs
as a part of a set offers up two significant benefits.
One is that you can probably save a few dollars by bundling the components
together, and the other is that you can ensure aesthetic harmony because all of
the pieces in the set will be matched.

8.If not, does the manufacturer
produce other pieces of furniture with which I can pair it?

Even if you can’t find what you determine to be
the best convertible crib as a part
of a prefabricated set, there is a great chance that we offer other items
within our collection that will make a beautiful match with it. You’ll just
need to create the set yourself.

Contact Us
to Settle on the Best Convertible Crib
Today

Rest assured that there are plenty of convertible
cribs in our collection that satisfy all of these points. If you’re looking for
a crib that will scale with your family as your child grows, a convertible crib
is one of the best investments you can make - contact us today to learn more
about them and about what options are at your disposal. You can reach us at
925-778-2229. 

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