Cot to bed conversion in Exeter
Professional cot to bed conversion services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional cot to bed conversion - convert your convertible cot-bed to toddler bed configuration. Smooth transition, all parts fitted correctly, bed rails secured.
Big Kid Bed Time
The cot-to-bed transition is a milestone moment. Your toddler is ready for their "big kid bed" - and their convertible cot transforms with them.
💡 Pro tip: Time the conversion well - not during other big changes (new sibling, house move, potty training). One big change at a time.
Signs They're Ready
| Ready Sign | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Climbing out of cot | Safety issue - convert now |
| Asking for big bed | Emotional readiness |
| Watching siblings | Wants to be like them |
| Too long for cot | Physical limitation |
| 2.5-3 years old | Typical age range |
What The Conversion Involves
| Component | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Side panels | One or both removed/lowered |
| Conversion rails | Fitted in place of full sides |
| Bed rail | Safety guard added if needed |
| Mattress | Stays the same initially |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Conversion parts verified |
| Convert | Sides removed/rails fitted |
| Secure | All fixings tightened |
| Test | Stability confirmed |
📦 You're Left With
- Converted toddler bed
- Safety rails in place
- Ready for big kid sleeping
- Packaging removed
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard conversion | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| With bed guard fitting | 45-60 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Bed guard cost additional if needed.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Climbing out - Safety conversion needed
✅ Ready toddler - Asking for big bed
✅ Missing instructions - Don't know how
✅ Lost parts - Need to source replacements
Why Choose Us for Cot to bed conversion in Exeter?
Smooth transition
Uses existing cot
All parts fitted
Bed rails checked
What to Expect
Step 1: Check
Verify all conversion parts are present.
Step 2: Convert
Remove sides, fit conversion rails.
Step 3: Secure
Tighten all fixings, add bed guards if needed.
🔧 DIY Tips
Converting yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 What you'll need
- Conversion kit (came with cot or purchased)
- Original instructions (or find online)
- Allen keys/tools
- Possibly bed guard
📐 Conversion steps
- Find original instructions
- Identify conversion parts
- Remove side panels carefully
- Fit conversion rails
- Tighten all fixings
- Add bed guard if using
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Wrong conversion parts (check they match)
- Not tightening fully
- Forgetting bed guard
- Using damaged parts
💡 Pro trick: Keep the removed cot sides - if there's a second child, you'll need them to convert back. Or for resale.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🛏️ Transition tips - involve your toddler in the process. Let them see the conversion, choose new bedding, make it exciting. Regression is normal - they may need extra settling for a while.
Transition helpers:
- New "big kid" bedding
- Same sleep routine
- Bed guard for safety
- Low mattress height initially
- Gate on bedroom door if needed
Related services:
- Bed guard fitting
- Toddler bed assembly
- Bedroom safety check
Frequently Asked Questions
When should we convert from cot to bed?
Usually between 18 months and 3 years. Signs they're ready: climbing out of the cot, asking for a big bed, or showing interest in siblings' beds. If they're climbing out, convert sooner for safety.
Do all cots convert to beds?
Not all - check when you bought it. Convertible cots come with (or sell separately) the conversion rails and panels. If yours doesn't convert, you'll need a separate toddler bed.
What if we've lost the conversion parts?
Contact the manufacturer - many sell replacement parts. If not available, a standard toddler bed or single bed frame may be needed instead.
Should we add bed guards?
Recommended for most toddlers - they roll and haven't yet learned bed boundaries. Most converted cot-beds have lower sides, but still need guardrails.
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