Zombie Customs

Zombie Customs

From Get 'N' Your Business Podcast by Camden County Chamber Of Commerce

April 3, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 95

About this episode

The episode discusses the growth of Zombie Customs, a custom coating and restoration business, and the processes behind their unique projects.

Get In Your Business Podcast – Episode 95 Zombie Customs | Turning Old Into Custom, Show-Quality Builds In this episode, host Alison Shores sits down with Joe Gardner and Matthew Manning of Zombie Customs to talk about how a simple idea turned into a growing custom coating and restoration business in Camden County. What started with a small setup and a desire to customize a motorcycle has evolved into a full operation transforming everything from kitchen appliances to automotive parts and vintage restorations. Zombie Customs specializes in powder coating and Cerakote, offering durable, high-quality finishes with endless customization options. If you’ve ever wondered how everyday items can be completely reimagined, this episode breaks down the process, the possibilities, and the mindset behind building something from the ground up. In This Episode How Zombie Customs started from a small DIY setup What powder coating is and how it works The difference between powder coating and Cerakote Why durability and finish quality matter Unique projects, including a restored vintage gas pump Working on everything from mixers to vehicles to firearms The importance of detail and “show-quality”…

People in this episode

Host: Alison Shores

Guests: Joe Gardner, Matthew Manning

Topics covered

  • custom coating
  • restoration business
  • powder coating
  • Cerakote
  • entrepreneurship
  • local community

Keywords

  • Zombie Customs
  • custom coating
  • powder coating
  • Cerakote
  • restoration
  • Camden County
  • entrepreneurship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Zombie Customs

Places: Camden County

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