I don t think it s gross to buy the floor model.
Should you buy a floor model crib.
If you assemble your crib to the manufacturer s instructions and use it properly even the least expensive crib should be safe for baby.
Because the baby will be playing on the floor the room should always be kept clean.
Otoh if you see the exact model of something you want you have to go for it because the opportunity may not present itself again.
If you buy a crib online measure any openings immediately when it arrives at your home.
Mattresses should be dense firm and not sag under your baby s weight.
They also need to reach every corner of the crib with no spaces around the sides.
You could also skip the toddler bed and do a crib mattress on the floor for awhile or go straight to a twin bed with a bed rail for longevity s sake.
Be sure to ask your sales associate whether the policy applies to your floor model purchase.
The one we bought had the same kind mattress protector the one we took home new though on it while in the store.
So you pop the roof on your totally practical tiny convertible and drive home.
You ll need to lower the mattress periodically as your child grows.
They re the same size as a fitted crib sheet have elastic at the edges and fit over the mattress completely.
So you find a bunch of options and end up driving down to the west village and paying 700 for a store floor model.
When you buy a floor model you want to know before hand if a manufacturer warranty will still apply.
My sister got a floor model display jenn air dw and again no problems.
Just make sure it s the appliance you want and you are not caught up in the deal.
The bed should be placed in a room that s fully baby proofed.
We got a 5k bed for 1200 so i think it was def worth it.
It was included in the price of the mattress so that saved us money too.
It may not be worth giving up the easy out clause if you are less than 100 percent certain that this is the mattress of your dreams.
Mattress pad buy two waterproof mattress pad covers so you can have one as a backup.
Parents do note that floor beds are only as safe as you make them.
I would buy just a crib.
If you ll be using a crib with casters on a bare wood or tile floor be sure to buy a model with.
Toddler beds are all over craigslist for cheap if you decide you really want one.
Don t forget to move out any furniture or low shelving that encourages the baby to climb up.
The top of the crib s rail should be 26 inches above the mattress.
Look for a crib with an adjustable mattress.