Caravan Crib vs Crate & Kids Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib
The Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib lists for $196 less.
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| Kalon Studios Caravan Crib | Crate & Kids Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible crib | Convertible crib |
| List price | $1,295 to $1,495 depending on wood | $1,099Lowest price |
| Stages | 7-in-1 | Not listed |
| Converts to | Three-wall toddler bed, Platform toddler bed, Platform seating, Toddler bed with head and footboard (kit), Daybed (kit), Small sofa (kit) | Toddler bed |
| Conversion kit | Caravan Conversion Kit, sold separately (needed for the head-and-footboard toddler bed, daybed and sofa). The three-wall and platform toddler beds need no kit. | Sold separately |
| Mattress it takes | Standard full-size crib mattress, at least 27.25 x 51.625 in, 4 to 6 in thick | Maker does not state the mattress size |
| Mattress included | No | No |
| Uses, per the maker | Seven uses across five physical setups: crib (two mattress heights), three-wall toddler bed, platform toddler bed, platform seating, and, with the Caravan Conversion Kit, a toddler bed with head and footboard, a daybed with a third rail, and a small sofa. | Not listed |
| Mattress heights | 2 | 3Most heights |
| Mattress support height | 18.7 in and 7.5 in from the floor | Not listed |
| Size | 54.5 × 30 × 34 in | Not listed |
| Child weight | Not listed | Up to 50 lb |
| Age | Not listed | From 15 months |
| Crib sides | Fixed-side | Not listed |
| Folds | No | Not listed |
| Material | 100% solid hardwood | FSC-certified oak and engineered wood, polyester-linen upholstery, metal mattress support |
| Wood species | Ash, white oak or black walnut | Not listed |
| Mattress support | Solid hardwood | Not listed |
| MDF, plywood, particleboard, veneer | None: no MDF, plywood, particleboard or veneer (per the maker) | Not listed |
| Glue | Water-based (no solvent-based glues, per the maker) | Not listed |
| Finishes | Raw (unfinished) or oiled with a food-grade, plant-based oil/wax; no synthetic lacquer and no VOCs in the applied finish, per the maker | Not listed |
| Repair and refinish | Yes, the solid wood can be refinished, depending on condition (per the maker) | Not listed |
| Replacement hardware | Sold separately | Not listed |
| GREENGUARD Gold | Not listed | Yes, per the maker |
| Federal crib standard | The maker states it meets the applicable U.S., Australian and European crib standards. | Not listed |
| Made in | Europe | Vietnam |
| Awards, per the maker | Green Product Award (sustainable design) | Not listed |
| Care | Oiled: wipe with a cloth lightly dampened with warm water; skip soap and harsh cleaners. Raw: dust dry and avoid wet cleaning. Oiled surfaces may need re-oiling over time (per the maker). | Not listed |
Caravan Crib
A 7-in-1 convertible crib made entirely of solid hardwood, with plant-based oil/wax or raw finishes and water-based glues. It becomes two toddler beds and seating with no extra parts, and a daybed and small sofa with the Caravan Conversion Kit.
- Solid hardwood throughout, including the mattress support (ash, white oak or walnut)
- No MDF, plywood, particleboard or veneer, per the maker
- Water-based glues and a food-grade plant-based oil/wax or raw finish, per the maker
- List price $1,295
- Mattress sold separately
Crate & Kids Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib
An upholstered oak crib with a tall cushioned headboard that converts to a toddler bed with an add-on rail.
- Upholstered, design-forward look
- Three mattress heights
- List price $1,099
- Rail for toddler bed costs extra
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Caravan Crib or Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib?
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Is the Waveland Wood and Upholstered Convertible Crib cheaper than the Caravan Crib?
Yes. $1,099 versus $1,295 list price.
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