building a cot

mobrien142

Hi guys,

I'm currently drawing plans to build a cotbed for my aunty and i am wondering are there any rules or regulations to consider? Also design tips and ideas also welcome.

thank you in advance
mark.

fergal.b

The spacing of the spindles would be one concern if that was the way you were going these links might help.

http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/cfr_2002/janqtr/pdf/16cfr1508.3.pdf

http://www.productsafety.com/crib_safety.htm

SpitfireIV

mobrien142 wrote: »

Hi guys,

I'm currently drawing plans to build a cotbed for my aunty and i am wondering are there any rules or regulations to consider? Also design tips and ideas also welcome.

thank you in advance
mark.

Ok, some ideas.

1. Make it for a standard size, easy to get matress.

2. Ideally make it so that it can be easily dismantled and stored! Baby is only gonna be using it for so long, after that its going to be taking up space and need to be stored.

3. Make sure its baby friendly, ie rounded corners, soft edges etc.

4. Choice of material and finishes; most paints etc these days are safe enough, but if its gonna be covering mdf or the likes remember that babies like to chew on things, you dont want them munching mdf!

5. Make it sturdy and of the right proportions, baby might get obstructurious, kicking, rocking.......standing while doing already mentioned etc.....you dont want him/her toppling over the side or knocking the cot over!

Thats all I can think of off hand!

aerosol

You could always borrow some ideas from the cracking heirloom (to be:) )one croppy made:D

aerosol

Just reread your post OP, you sure your Aunty will fit in a cot?:D

mobrien142

HA! Maybe she wont fit ill make it for the baby so

boatbuilder

If you're anything like me, by the time the thing has been made, the child will be too old for it