DaVinci Kalani Convertible Crib in Espresso

all the features in one crib

I was on the fence about spending $600 on a solid crib or this one. I finally decided on this one because as it turned out the expensive Sorelle also used cam-locks on most of their cribs. So that was the deal breaker. The Kalani is sturdy despite the few cam-locks. Grandpa had no problem with the assembly and finished within an hour. This is for my 3rd child as I converted the old one already. Features that were hard to find in one crib but offered in this one:



1. rich cherry finish that complements other cherry furniture in the baby's room.



2. heavy and sturdy



3. 4 height settings. Perfect for a shorty like me to easily set down a sleepy baby. most cribs only offer 3 settings that are either too far apart or does not make much of a difference.



4. mattress springs. i don't like slats or MDF panel to support my bouncing baby boy. slats are a pain to adjust and MDP could slip and slide around.



5. toddler rail is included which saves a hundred bucks.



6. converts to a head and footboard sleigh bed.



Cons:

Nothing for the crib. But I would not spend $$ on the furniture accessories from DaVinci. $400 bucks for baby size dressers? MDF and cheaply made? I would recommend going to a furniture store and purchase a real dresser for less or at least comparable that will outlast the crib stage. I have Broyhill dresser chest and nightstand for his room that matches the crib and I know will last after he's done with the crib (off to college and converted back to a guest room).



Another recommendation:

corner changing table in cherry. I don't recall the brand but the color match is great and can be used as a credenza once potty trained. fits nicely in a corner does not take up much space. I don't like the DaVinci changing table as it looks silly to use it as anything else with that immovable side rail.



Crib bumper: PBkids- super thick and 'cushiony' or RHbabyandchild- cover removes for easy washing.



I'll post a photo once all the decor is up. So good luck and congrats on the new baby!





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