We got an iron crib and the reason is quite simple....IT IS MADE IN
AMERICA!!!! All of the recalled cribs were made in China (of course)
with plastic/junky pieces. We got a solid/american made iron crib that
we are comfortable and confident having. Most iron cribs are very
pricey, but we got this for $500 which is quite a deal for a handmade
crib. Worth every penny. It is traditional, beautiful, and sturdy.
We got the Straight Up Crib from Land of Nod for the same reason - made in the USA of real wood, not particle board/MDF. It's not a cheap crib, but we felt it was good value, because we aren't concerned about safety or quality, and we are happy to support American manufacturing.
I would have considered the Ikea Gulliver crib, as they are supposed to be a great low-cost option, except that I really wanted dark wood AND the Gulliver cribs are SO LOW to the ground. My husband and I are tall, and that just wasn't going to fly with us. We have friends who have it, and I was shocked when I saw how low they are.
We got the Hartford furniture set from JC Penny in Cherry. We got it because I love the set. It's not expensive like some of the ones from BRU. It is very sturdy and was not hard to put together.
Re: What crib did you buy and why? IS IT STURDY?
We got the Straight Up Crib from Land of Nod for the same reason - made in the USA of real wood, not particle board/MDF. It's not a cheap crib, but we felt it was good value, because we aren't concerned about safety or quality, and we are happy to support American manufacturing.
I would have considered the Ikea Gulliver crib, as they are supposed to be a great low-cost option, except that I really wanted dark wood AND the Gulliver cribs are SO LOW to the ground. My husband and I are tall, and that just wasn't going to fly with us. We have friends who have it, and I was shocked when I saw how low they are.
We got the Hartford furniture set from JC Penny in Cherry. We got it because I love the set. It's not expensive like some of the ones from BRU. It is very sturdy and was not hard to put together.
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