There’s no denying that a solid back crib can elevate your nursery to a whole other level. So if you have heart set on a crib with a solid panel backboard, you have tons of options from classic to modern at every price point on this list.
Why a Solid Back Crib?
The look
The solid panel adds a visual weight to the nursery that looks just right. In general, a crib with a backboard will have additional designs that add extra detail to the whole look. You can choose a crib with a curved top for a look that’s slightly softer, or a straight edge that’s a bit weightier.
Either way, solid back cribs are striking.
The convenience
Once your little one is a bit more coordinated, you can bet he or she will throw things like pacifiers (or even clothes) out of the crib through the slats and over the top. (In our home, we called it the morning clean-up.)
So keep things from falling out all the way behind the crib by having a solid panel.
Makes for convertible cribs with solid headboards
Many modern cribs are convertible to full-size beds (although the kit is often sold separately.) If you choose this route, you and your little one will appreciate having a solid headboard to lean on while reading before bed rather than uncomfortable slats.
White Solid Back Crib
It might come as no surprise that a lot of parents want a white crib for their nursery. It’s not that they’re afraid of color, it’s that white seamlessly pairs with any theme and instantly brightens up the room.
While this guide has many gorgeous color options, each review gives an at-a-glance look if a white crib is currently available.
Most Modern Crib
1. Indi Crib in Midnight
This sleek crib with solid sides will absolutely elevate any nursery. It has three solid panels and angled sides that look extra-modern, and the color options are one-of-a-kind.
It’s made of sustainable hardwood and water-based paint and glue.
This solid sided crib is truly a statement piece.
| Current Price: | $995 |
| Color Options: | Midnight Blue, Light Grey, White |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, (Kit sold separately) |
Most Classic Solid Back Crib
2. Evolur Madison Crib
This gorgeous crib’s design was inspired by 13th century French architecture and will bring a touch of elegance to your nursery. The whole furniture line is beautifully detailed, and the distressed, neutral color options are delicate yet rustic. Simply gorgeous.
| Current Price: | $599 |
| Color Options: | Antique Gray, Blush, and Silver |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 5-in-1 (Kit sold separately) |
Most Affordable Crib With Backboard
3. Delta Children Madrid Crib
This sweet crib will bring a laid-back charm to your baby’s nursery. We love the simplicity and the sturdiness of this crib, and the fact that the crib conversion kit is included to let it will grow with your baby to a toddler bed.
| Current Price: | $189 |
| Color Options: | White, Black Gray |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, toddler rail included |
The Ultra-Girly Cribs With Headboards
4. Dream on Me Skyline Crib in Pink
We love the simple, sleek lines and the gentle millennium pink of this crib. It definitely makes a statement.
This sweet pink crib will look gorgeous in a neutral nursery. You’ll love walking in to pick your little angel out of bed in the morning.
| Current Price: | $269 |
| Color Options: | Pink, Storm Gray |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 5-in-1, Kits sold separately |
5. Storkcraft Princess Crib With Backboard
This crib is for you if you want a white crib with embossed details. The elegant bow detailing is perfect for a princess or ballerina-themed nursery and is guaranteed to make you twirl every time you walk into the room.
| Current Price: | $349 |
| Color Options: | White |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, Kits sold separately |
Solid Back Crib With Change Table and Storage
6. Storkcraft Stevenston Crib and Changer
This crib and changer combo will be a real space saver for a small nursery. We love that it comes with a drawer at the bottom for a spot for baby essentials like bedsheets. (Fair warning, they’re not as deep as the crib.)
We also like the simple yet rustic design of the crib, the dark colors, as well as the slight arch of the back panel.
| Current Price: | $349 |
| Color Options: | Gray, Espresso |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, Kits sold separately |
Acrylic Crib Without Slats
7. Nifty Clear Crib
We absolutely love this ultra-modern crib. If you’re looking for cribs without slats, the natural color-options as well as the fact that it’s made of consciously-sourced, non-toxic materials makes this crib a great statement piece for eco-conscious families.
A crib without slats means that your little one won’t be throwing things out of the crib. The acrylic panels will let you see your baby as soon as you walk into the room, and the gentle star-shaped cutouts allow for additional air flow.
| Current Price: | $1099 |
| Color Options: | Natural Birch and Walnut |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, Kits sold separately |
Two-Tone Solid Back Cribs
8. Babyletto Palma Crib
When it comes to cribs, Babyletton never fails to deliver! The crib’s contrast back and flared legs give it a retro look, while the solid white lines bring it back to the twenty first century.
| Current Price: | $499 |
| Color Options: | White and Walmut |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes, Two-toned |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, Toddler rail included |
Curved Top Solid Back Cribs
9. DaVinci Baby Charlie Crib With Backboard
We love the gorgeous, distressed look of this solid back crib. We love the simple curved designs. It’s Greenguard certified, meaning tested for VOCs and air quality, and is made of sustainable New Zealand wood.
| Current Price: | $299 |
| Color Options: | Cottage Gray, Espresso, Gray |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, Kit sold separately |
10. Camden Solid Back Crib
We love the sleek, curved lines of the Camden – both on top and along the sides. It’s pretty, yet unadorned and will look very sweet in your nursery.
| Current Price: | $299 |
| Color Options: | Gray and Espresso |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, rails sold separately |
Straight Edge Cribs
11. Delta Children Middleton Solid Back Crib
We love the rustic look and feel that is created by the textured finish of the Delta crib. It’s the perfect piece to add to get that charming finish in your nursery, and at an affordable price too.
| Current Price: | $199 |
| Color Options: | Beige |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | No |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 4-in-1, guardrail sold separately |
12. Dream On Me Alexa Solid Back Crib
We love how versatile and low-maintenance this solid back crib is. This means that your baby will get to enjoy it as a toddler bed, daybed, and a full-sized bed. Its modern aesthetic makes it fitting to sit in any contemporary nursery.
| Current Price: | $231.98 |
| Color Options: | Mocha, Navy, Pebble Gray, Storm Gray, White |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 5-in-1, rails sold separately |
13. Dream On Me Morgan Solid Back Crib
Not only is the Morgan easy on the eye and effortlessly chic, but it also meets all applicable ASTM, CPSC and JPMA standards. This means that it has undergone rigorous testing to ensure the safety of your little one.
| Current Price: | $295.98 |
| Color Options: | Black, Cherry, Espresso, Storm Gray, White |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 5-in-1, kit sold separately |
14. Dream On Me Cape Cod Solid Back Crib
When it comes to sleek and trendy finishes, the Cape Cod fits right in. Designed with your growing baby in mind, it will be able to complement any nursery décor that you may decide on in the coming years.
| Current Price: | $399 |
| Color Options: | Black, Dark Brown, Espresso, Pebble Gray, Storm Gray, White |
| White Solid Back Crib Available? | Yes |
| Convertible Crib With Solid Headboard? | Yes, 5-in-1, conversion set and bed frame sold separately |
Solid Back Crib FAQ
Are cribs with solid headboards safe?
Yes, solid back cribs are safe as long as they pass the current safety standards. If it’s available in-store, it’s safe to be on the market. Some new parents worry about suffocation hazards, but that applies to soft surfaces – not hard ones. This is why some parents opt for mesh crib bumpers too. For peace of mind, remember that your baby’s hospital bassinet was solid plastic.
Are upholstered cribs safe?
Even if the upholstered crib passed all safety standards, err on the side of caution and choose hard solid to not worry about suffocation risks.